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Why energy is set to be a hot topic in next year's election

Meridian’s new CEO shares his thoughts on sector scrutiny amid electricity challenges.

New solar rules to cope with four-seasons-in-a-day weather

The Government has announced new rules to make rooftop solar panels more appealing.

Power bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promised

FirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.

'Just going to get more expensive': Power prices up 6.2%, ahead of inflation

Statistics NZ has released its selected price index for the year to April.

Why Genesis is simplifying its brand under one unified name

Frank will merge into Genesis between June and September, allowing customer choice.

NZ's power system well-placed for winter - analyst

Lake levels are close to average, easing fears of a power shortage.

Dispatch from Ukraine: Frantic repair work follows Russian strikes on power plant

In full health, the Mykolaiv plant heats 160,000 homes.

'Dwindling faster': NZ's falling gas supply bad news for households

Household gas use is 4% of total consumption, but prices may rise.

Businesses scared to speak about energy costs, fear retaliation from power companies, leader says

'It points to serious issues with the way market power is being exercised.'

Power shift: How Meridian's $186m battery will influence energy market

Meridian's Ruakākā Bess is NZ's first large-scale grid battery storage system.

Why the Government's $200m gas move marks a major shift in energy policy

Meanwhile, Greenpeace has described it as a 'Scorched Earth Budget'.

Steven Joyce: Why it's time to scrutinise Fonterra's role in rising food prices

OPINION: Dairy prices are rising; butter now costs $3 more than last year.

The hunt for equity: NZ pushes for renewable investment

Grant Bradley looks at the hot sectors that were promoted at the infrastructure summit.

'Win-win': Call to invest KiwiSaver in NZ infrastructure projects

The Government plans to ease rules for KiwiSaver investments in unlisted assets.

Z to sell retail electricity brand Flick

Meridian will pay Z Energy $70m for Flick Electric.

Power failure: Fire at substation disrupts key Underground services

The Bakerloo line is fully suspended; Northern line partly closed.