The United Nations Environment Programme has chosen New Zealand to host World Environment Day on June 5 2008, because of its commitment to a carbon-neutral future.

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"As part of New Zealand's drive for greater environmental sustainability, we've made a commitment to reduce our emissions. But to overcome the challenge of climate change, kicking the carbon habit must be a truly global goal. During next year's World Environment Day events I look forward to learning about how other nations are addressing this challenge," said Prime Minister Helen Clark.

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