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MINISTER(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR APPROPRIATIONS: Minister for Climate Change Issues (M12), Minister of Energy and Resources (M28)
ADMINISTERING DEPARTMENT: Ministry of Economic Development
MINISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR MINISTRY OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Minister for Economic Development
Details of Appropriations#
Details of Annual and Permanent Appropriations
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Titles and Scopes of Appropriations by Appropriation Type | Estimates Budget $000 |
Supplementary Estimates Budget $000 |
Total Budget $000 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Administration of Gas, Electricity and Energy Efficiency Regulations and related Acts (M28)This appropriation is limited to the purchase of advice on administration and associated policy work, Ministerial servicing and decision support for the Minister in relation to, and the administration of the regimes for: gas and electricity safety; energy efficiency and conservation; the supply, quality and measurement of gas and electricity; and fuel quality monitoring. |
5,680 | (550) | 5,130 |
Emissions Trading Implementation (M12)This appropriation is limited to the implementation and administration of the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme. |
4,847 | (3,213) | 1,634 |
Energy and Resource Information Services (M28)Provision of information and technical advice on energy and resources, the management of the response to any international disruption in oil supplies, and the management of New Zealand's energy-related international relations. |
1,106 | 3,227 | 4,333 |
Energy and Resource Information Services RDA (M28)Provision of information and technical advice on energy and resources, the management of the response to any international disruption in oil supplies, and the management of New Zealand's energy-related international relations. |
1,827 | - | 1,827 |
Management of the Crown Mineral Estate (M28)Allocation and management of Crown-owned petroleum, coal and mineral resources under the Crown Minerals Act 1991 and minerals programmes issued under the Act. |
14,871 | 237 | 15,108 |
Policy Advice on Energy and Resource Issues (M28)This appropriation is limited to the purchase of policy advice, ministerial servicing, and decision support for the Minister in relation to the operation of energy and resource markets (electricity, oil, gas, geothermal, coal, minerals and related natural resources) and energy efficiency and conservation issues, including Treaty of Waitangi issues in relation to natural resources in particular mineral and energy resources. It also includes purchase of ownership and purchase advice on Crown entities. |
6,619 | - | 6,619 |
Provision of Climate Change Unit Register and Information (M12)This appropriation is limited to services relating to the operation of a register to enable the allocation and trading of climate change units under the Climate Change Response Act 2002. |
1,559 | (1,035) | 524 |
Total Departmental Output Expenses |
36,509 | (1,334) | 35,175 |
Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
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Electricity Industry Governance and Market Operations (M28)This appropriation is limited to formulating, monitoring and enforcing compliance with the regulations and rules governing the electricity industry and other outputs in accordance with the statutory functions under the Electricity Industry Act; and delivery of core electricity system and market operation functions, carried out under service provider contracts. |
62,535 | - | 62,535 |
Energy Efficiency and Conservation MCOA (M28) |
42,943 | (4,697) | 38,246 |
Electricity EfficiencyThis output class is limited to:- conducting electricity efficiency research, and - development and administration of programmes that provide incentives for cost-effective energy efficiency and conservation, aimed at changing market behaviours. |
17,519 | (4,519) | 13,000 |
Energy Efficiency and ConservationThis output class is limited to operational and policy outputs in accordance with statutory functions under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2000 and the government's energy strategies. |
25,424 | (178) | 25,246 |
Maintenance and Operation of Whirinaki (M28)Largely fixed operating and maintenance costs for Whirinaki power station including the Contact Operating and Maintenance contract, depreciation on the plant and obligations arising under the Reserve Generation Capacity Agreement. |
2,000 | 600 | 2,600 |
Management of IEA Oil Stocks (M28)For the cost of managing and funding of oil stocks to meet International Energy Agency obligations. |
3,000 | - | 3,000 |
Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures-Availability Costs (M28)Funds the cost of having reserve electricity capacity and capability available, including:1. tendering for reserve energy and emergency options; and 2. ensuring availability of reserve energy capacity. Does not include cost of supply of reserve energy (fuel) or implementation of emergency measures. |
6,245 | 4,425 | 10,670 |
Total Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
116,723 | 328 | 117,051 |
Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
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Air Quality Grants and Assistance (M28)This appropriation is limited to assistance for the decommissioning of high-emission heating options to improve air quality in polluted airsheds. |
- | 1,100 | 1,100 |
Biodiesel Grants (M28)This appropriation is limited to the provision of grants to New Zealand biodiesel producers. |
9,000 | (8,200) | 800 |
Crown Contribution to Pike River Recovery and Related Matters (M28)This appropriation is limited to providing a Crown contribution towards the potential recovery of bodies in the Pike River Coal Mine and related matters. |
- | 5,000 | 5,000 |
Electricity Litigation Fund (M28)This appropriation is limited to ensuring that the regulatory body for the electricity industry is able to participate in litigation effectively and without delay. |
444 | - | 444 |
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Grants and Assistance (M28)This appropriation is limited to the Crown's contribution to fund improvements to the energy efficiency of New Zealand businesses and homes and increased use of renewable energy. |
1,038 | 912 | 1,950 |
International Energy Agency Contribution (M28)Payment of contributions towards the cost of energy-related research undertaken by the International Energy Agency. |
150 | - | 150 |
International Energy Agency Subscription (M28)Payment of annual subscription for membership of the International Energy Agency. |
170 | - | 170 |
Ministry of Energy Residual Liabilities (M28)Payment of residual liabilities of the former Ministry of Energy and to meet urgent mine restoration and rehabilitation relating to the operations of the state coal mines prior to 1987. |
199 | - | 199 |
Total Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
11,001 | (1,188) | 9,813 |
Non-Departmental Capital Expenditure |
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Crown Energy Efficiency (M28)This capital expenditure appropriation is limited to provision of funding for the Crown loans scheme to assist public sector agencies in implementing energy efficiency projects. |
2,000 | - | 2,000 |
Total Non-Departmental Capital Expenditure |
2,000 | - | 2,000 |
Total Annual and Permanent Appropriations |
166,233 | (2,194) | 164,039 |
Details of Multi-Year Appropriations#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
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Acquisition of Petroleum Exploration Data (M28)This appropriation is limited to the acquisition of seismic information relating to New Zealands offshore petroleum basins. Commences: 1 July 2009 Expires: 30 June 2014 |
Original Appropriation | 20,000 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 20,000 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 14,124 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 3,876 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 2,000 | |
Generating Reserve Electricity At Whirinaki (M28)To cover Whirinaki Reserve Energy Plant security of supply costs, excluding those covered by the annual appropriation entitled Maintenance and Operation of Whirinaki. Predominantly expected to cover purchase of fuel against the event that the plant is required to generate reserve electricity. Commences: 1 July 2007 Expires: 30 June 2012 |
Original Appropriation | 49,045 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | 94,956 | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 144,001 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 33,768 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 5,340 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 104,893 | |
Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures - Variable (M28)To cover Electricity Commission costs relating to the: 1. net variable operating costs of the Whirinaki Reserve Energy Plant when used to provide reserve energy, and 2. implementation of emergency measures. Commences: 1 July 2007 Expires: 30 June 2012 |
Original Appropriation | 5,000 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | (4,750) | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | (43) | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 207 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | (2,358) | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 2,565 | |
Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures - Variable Costs (M28)This appropriation is limited to net variable operating costs of the Whirinaki Reserve Energy Plant when used to provide reserve energy; and implementation of emergency measures. Commences: 1 November 2010 Expires: 30 June 2012 |
Original Appropriation | 4,867 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 4,867 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 205 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 4,662 | |
Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
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Contestable Fund for Deployment of Marine Energy Devices (M28)This appropriation is limited to a contestable fund for marine energy generation and associated administration. Commences: 1 July 2011 Expires: 30 June 2016 |
Original Appropriation | 4,949 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | (1,852) | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 3,097 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 1,143 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 780 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 1,174 | |
Promoting and Facilitating Customer Switching (M28)This appropriation is limited to facilitating, and promoting increased switching of electricity suppliers to consumers. Commences: 1 November 2010 Expires: 30 April 2014 |
Original Appropriation | 10,500 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 10,500 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 1,499 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 3,501 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 3,500 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 2,000 | |
Ratana Housing Repairs (M28)This appropriation is limited to the repair of housing at Ratana to a standard which improves the overall safety and energy efficiency of the house and enables the installation of clean-heating devices and insulation. Commences: 6 December 2010 Expires: 30 June 2013 |
Original Appropriation | 2,060 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 2,060 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 350 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 1,710 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | - | |
Warm Up New Zealand (M28)This appropriation is limited to grants towards insulation and clean heating devices to make New Zealand homes healthier and more energy efficient. Commences: 1 January 2010 Expires: 30 June 2014 |
Original Appropriation | 244,950 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | 32,118 | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | (2,000) | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 275,068 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 99,695 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 72,534 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 71,476 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 31,363 |
Information Supporting the Supplementary Estimates Vote Energy#
MINISTER(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR APPROPRIATIONS: Minister for Climate Change Issues (M12), Minister of Energy and Resources (M28)
ADMINISTERING DEPARTMENT: Ministry of Economic Development
MINISTER RESPONSIBLE FOR MINISTRY OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Minister for Economic Development
Part 1 - Summary of the Vote#
Part 1.3 - Trends in the Vote
Summary of Financial Activity
| 2011/12 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplementary Estimates | |||||
| Estimates $000 |
Departmental Transactions $000 |
Non-Departmental Transactions $000 |
Total Transactions $000 |
Total $000 |
|
Appropriations |
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| Output Expenses | 164,277 | (1,334) | 112,619 | 111,285 | 275,562 |
| Benefits and Other Unrequited Expenses | - | N/A | - | - | - |
| Borrowing Expenses | - | - | - | - | - |
| Other Expenses | 117,583 | - | (25,879) | (25,879) | 91,704 |
| Capital Expenditure | 2,000 | - | - | - | 2,000 |
| Intelligence and Security Department Expenses and Capital Expenditure | - | - | N/A | - | - |
Total Appropriations |
283,860 | (1,334) | 86,740 | 85,406 | 369,266 |
Crown Revenue and Capital Receipts |
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| Tax Revenue | 37,874 | N/A | - | - | 37,874 |
| Non-Tax Revenue | 447,736 | N/A | (2,519) | (2,519) | 445,217 |
| Capital Receipts | 2,000 | N/A | 33,000 | 33,000 | 35,000 |
Total Crown Revenue and Capital Receipts |
487,610 | N/A | 30,481 | 30,481 | 518,091 |
Part 2 - Details and Expected Performance for Output Expenses#
Part 2.1 - Departmental Output Expenses#
Administration of Gas, Electricity and Energy Efficiency Regulations and related Acts (M28)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses and Revenue
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 5,680 | (550) | 5,130 |
| Revenue from Crown | 249 | - | 249 |
| Revenue from Other | 5,502 | (550) | 4,952 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $550,000 as a result of a reduction of LPG levy revenue and associated expenses to reflect delays in the passing legislation associated with LPG safety and regulation.
Emissions Trading Implementation (M12)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation decreased by $3.213 million as a result of a $3.713 million fiscally neutral adjustment to reflect the transfer of the Emissions Trading Scheme functions from the Ministry to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in December 2011. This decrease was partially offset by a one-off $500,000 expense transfer from 2010/11 to 2011/12 as a result of delays in implementation of measures to combat recent security attacks on the EU registries.
Energy and Resource Information Services (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Expenses and Revenue#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 1,106 | 3,227 | 4,333 |
| Revenue from Crown | 1,067 | 3,227 | 4,294 |
| Revenue from Other | 39 | - | 39 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $3.227 million as a result in a transfer of 2010/11 unspent funds to reflect the delays in the Minerals Prospectivity programme.
Management of the Crown Mineral Estate (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Expenses and Revenue#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 14,871 | 237 | 15,108 |
| Revenue from Crown | 8,558 | 237 | 8,795 |
| Revenue from Other | 6,320 | - | 6,320 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $237,000 as a result of a $487,000 expense transfer from 2010/11 to 2011/12 reflecting the delays in the Crown Minerals Agency Capability Review. This was partially offset by a transfer of $250,000 from 2011/12 to 2012/13 reflecting the delays in the Petroleum Action Plan.
Provision of Climate Change Unit Register and Information (M12)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Expenses and Revenue#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 1,559 | (1,035) | 524 |
| Revenue from Crown | 1,556 | (1,032) | 524 |
| Revenue from Other | 3 | (3) | - |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation decreased by $1.035 million as a result of a fiscally neutral adjustment to reflect the transfer of the Climate Change functions from the Ministry to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in December 2011.
Part 2.2 - Non-Departmental Output Expenses#
Acquisition of Petroleum Exploration Data (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
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Acquisition of Petroleum Exploration Data (M28) (M28)This appropriation is limited to the acquisition of seismic information relating to New Zealands offshore petroleum basins. Commences: 1 July 2009 Expires: 30 June 2014 |
Original Appropriation | 20,000 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 20,000 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 14,124 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 3,876 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 2,000 |
Energy Efficiency and Conservation MCOA (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
This output class is limited to:
- conducting electricity efficiency research, and
- development and administration of programmes that provide incentives for cost-effective energy efficiency and conservation, aimed at changing market behaviours.
Energy Efficiency and Conservation
This output class is limited to operational and policy outputs in accordance with statutory functions under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2000 and the government's energy strategies.
Explanation for Use of Multi-Class Output Expense Appropriation#
To combine similar output classes relating to energy efficiency.
Expenses#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 42,943 | (4,697) | 38,246 |
| Energy Efficiency and Conservation | 25,424 | (178) | 25,246 |
| Electricity Efficiency | 17,519 | (4,519) | 13,000 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation decreased by $4.697 million as a result of funding returned back to the Crown as savings.
Generating Reserve Electricity At Whirinaki (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
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Generating Reserve Electricity At Whirinaki (M28) (M28)To cover Whirinaki Reserve Energy Plant security of supply costs, excluding those covered by the annual appropriation entitled Maintenance and Operation of Whirinaki. Predominantly expected to cover purchase of fuel against the event that the plant is required to generate reserve electricity. Commences: 1 July 2007 Expires: 30 June 2012 |
Original Appropriation | 49,045 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | 94,956 | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 144,001 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 33,768 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 5,340 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 104,893 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $101.188 million as a result of an expense transfer of 2010/11 unspent funds.
Maintenance and Operation of Whirinaki (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Expenses#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 2,000 | 600 | 2,600 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $600,000 to fund the operation of the Whirinaki power station until it was sold in December 2011.
Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures - Variable (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
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Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures - Variable (M28) (M28)To cover Electricity Commission costs relating to the: 1. net variable operating costs of the Whirinaki Reserve Energy Plant when used to provide reserve energy, and 2. implementation of emergency measures. Commences: 1 July 2007 Expires: 30 June 2012 |
Original Appropriation | 5,000 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | (4,750) | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | (43) | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 207 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | (2,358) | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 2,565 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $2.565 million as a result of an automatic expense transfer of 2010/11 unspent funds.
Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures - Variable Costs (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
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Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures - Variable Costs (M28) (M28)This appropriation is limited to net variable operating costs of the Whirinaki Reserve Energy Plant when used to provide reserve energy; and implementation of emergency measures. Commences: 1 November 2010 Expires: 30 June 2012 |
Original Appropriation | 4,867 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 4,867 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 205 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | - | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 4,662 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $2.662 million as a result of an expense transfer of 2010/11 unspent funds.
Reserve Energy and Emergency Measures-Availability Costs (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
1. tendering for reserve energy and emergency options; and
2. ensuring availability of reserve energy capacity.
Does not include cost of supply of reserve energy (fuel) or implementation of emergency measures.
Expenses#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 6,245 | 4,425 | 10,670 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $4.425 million to fund the operation of the Whirinaki Power Station until it was sold in December 2011.
Part 5 - Details and Expected Results for Other Expenses#
Part 5.2 - Non-Departmental Other Expenses#
Air Quality Grants and Assistance (M28)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | - | 1,100 | 1,100 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation was established during 2011/12 to decommission high-emission heating options to improve air quality in polluted airsheds.
Biodiesel Grants (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Expenses#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 9,000 | (8,200) | 800 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation decreased by $8.200 million as a result of $7 million in reprioritising baselines through the Four Year Budget Plan, and $1.200 million being transferred to the Energy Efficiency Conservation appropriation to assist with the expansion of the Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority's (EECA's) business energy efficiency programmes.
Contestable Fund for Deployment of Marine Energy Devices (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
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Contestable Fund for Deployment of Marine Energy Devices (M28) (M28)This appropriation is limited to a contestable fund for marine energy generation and associated administration. Commences: 1 July 2011 Expires: 30 June 2016 |
Original Appropriation | 4,949 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | (1,852) | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 3,097 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 1,143 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 780 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 1,174 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
Funding of $185,000 was transferred out of this appropriation to assist with the expansion of the Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority's (EECA's) business energy efficiency programmes.
Crown Contribution to Pike River Recovery and Related Matters (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Expenses#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | - | 5,000 | 5,000 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation was established during the 2011/12 year to reflect the "Pike River: Crown Contribution to Body Recovery" paper.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Grants and Assistance (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation#
Expenses#
| 2011/12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
|
| Total Appropriation | 1,038 | 912 | 1,950 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
This appropriation increased by $912,000 as a result of a transfer of $1.522 million to assist with the "Future of the Water Heating Programme" initiative. This was partially offset by a decrease of $610,000 being transferred to the Energy Efficiency Conservation appropriation to assist with the expansion of the Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority's (EECA's) business energy efficiency programmes.
Promoting and Facilitating Customer Switching (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
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Promoting and Facilitating Customer Switching (M28) (M28)This appropriation is limited to facilitating, and promoting increased switching of electricity suppliers to consumers. Commences: 1 November 2010 Expires: 30 April 2014 |
Original Appropriation | 10,500 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 10,500 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 1,499 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 3,501 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 3,500 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 2,000 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
The expenditure for this appropriation was rephased as a result of an automatic transfer of $1,000 in 2010/11 unspent funds.
Ratana Housing Repairs (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
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Ratana Housing Repairs (M28) (M28)This appropriation is limited to the repair of housing at Ratana to a standard which improves the overall safety and energy efficiency of the house and enables the installation of clean-heating devices and insulation. Commences: 6 December 2010 Expires: 30 June 2013 |
Original Appropriation | 2,060 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | - | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | - | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 2,060 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | - | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 350 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 1,710 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | - |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
The expenditure for this appropriation was rephased as a result of an automatic transfer of $687,000 in 2010/11 unspent funds.
Warm Up New Zealand (M28)#
Scope of Appropriation and Expenses#
| Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations | Appropriation, Adjustments and Use | $000 |
|---|---|---|
Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
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Warm Up New Zealand (M28) (M28)This appropriation is limited to grants towards insulation and clean heating devices to make New Zealand homes healthier and more energy efficient. Commences: 1 January 2010 Expires: 30 June 2014 |
Original Appropriation | 244,950 |
| Adjustments for 2010/11 | 32,118 | |
| Adjustments to 2011/12 | (2,000) | |
| Adjusted Appropriation | 275,068 | |
| Actual to 2010/11 Year End | 99,695 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2011/12 | 72,534 | |
| Estimated Actual for 2012/13 | 71,476 | |
| Estimated Appropriation Remaining | 31,363 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation#
The expenditure for this appropriation was rephased as a result of an automatic transfer of $46.830 million in 2010/11 unspent funds.