Simon Upton
Simon Upton is a prominent New Zealand politician and environmental commissioner, known for his advocacy on environmental issues and sustainable tourism. He has served as a member of the New Zealand Parliament and has held various ministerial roles. Upton has expressed concerns about the impacts of mass tourism on New Zealand's natural landscapes and has emphasized the need for a balanced approach to tourism that preserves the country's unique environment.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 2 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +10% | 4,822,233 | 4,645 | $210,000 | 202$ |
| Australia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 12,506 | $1,380,000 | 677$ |
| Totals | 3 | 30,322,117 | 17,151 | $1,590,000 | 879$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
New Zealand:
Simon Upton suggests phasing out forestry offsets for fossil fuel emissions.
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New Zealand:
The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Simon Upton, has pointed to what they see as major flaws in the bill.
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Australia:
Simon Upton warned about the environmental impact of increased tourism in New Zealand.
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