An energy sector leader is slamming the opposition's plans to bring back the oil and gas exploration ban. \xa0
Labour suggests renewable energy options should take precedence.\xa0
Meanwhile, the Government's aiming to reverse the ban, with\xa0Resources Minister Shane Jones says natural gas is critical to keeping the lights on.\xa0
Echelon Resources Chief Executive Andrew Jeffries told Mike Hosking gas can provide a backup for us.\xa0
He says it provides jobs, tax revenue, and security.\xa0
LISTEN ABOVE\xa0
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.