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Infratil plans big data centre expansion
Infratil plans to raise $1.15 billion to fund growth in data centre company CDC.
Power restored on Auckland’s North Shore, West Auckland after major outage
The cause of the outage is still unknown.
The Conversation: Why NZ’s plan to revive offshore exploration doesn’t add up
Resumption of oil drilling flies in the face of projections.
World faces ‘staggering’ excess of oil by end of decade, warns energy agency
Renewable energy and electric car booms will stunt demand, agency says.
British Labour Party looks to ban new oil drilling as NZ lifts ban
Sir Keir Starmer is pledging to ban new drilling in the North Sea if he becomes PM.
Tips on how to heat your home and save money
Here's how to make your home warm properly and keep your power bill down.
Government will reverse ban on oil and gas exploration
Offshore petroleum exploration was originally banned in 2018.
Mercury to expand Southland wind farm after smelter deal
The stage-two expansion will add 36 turbines and generate 155 megawatts (MW).
Tiwai deal is a game changer for power industry - Editorial
OPINION: The 20-year deal gives certainty and alleviates supply pressure.
Why Lodestone Energy chose Forsyth Barr, Barrenjoey over Jarden
Solar energy firm Lodestar chose Forsyth Barr and Barranjoey for their global reach.
Lodestar raising funds again for more solar farms
Solar power firm raising funds to build more solar farms.
S&P welcomes NZ power deal
The ratings agency says the 20-year power deal for Tiwai is a boon for generators.
Hundreds of properties in Auckland, Waikato start long weekend without power two days after storm
At the storm's peak, about 24,000, or 4 per cent, of Vector's customer base had no power.
Thousands in upper North Island still without power after fierce storm
At the storm's peak, about 24,000, or 4 per cent, of Vector's customer base had no power.
Power cuts cause overflow of untreated effluent in Raglan
Waikato District Council has asked the public to delay showers and limit water use.
Weather causes 27 power outages across Waikato, over 17,500 homes affected
Homes could be without power for at least the next five hours.
Over 130 Huntly properties without power after vehicle crash
No injuries were reported as a result of the crash.
$15 more a month: ComCom gives green light for higher power charges
The regulator says it will let Transpower lift its transmission charges.
Global demand for electricity soars with rise of AI and EVs - who will pay?
EVs and AI are putting huge demands on the power supply. What does it mean for investors?
What ASX power futures say about NZ's outlook
Futures market pricing points to lower wholesale prices in the years ahead.
Mapping whale migration still part of planning work for Ocean Flyer's seagliders
The unique form of transport could be coming to New Zealand in 2026 or 2027.
Another solar farm for Northland, with 4.8MW produced by new Ruawai facility
'As New Zealand’s weather becomes more volatile, engineering at this level is a must.'
Spark to take solar power from Genesis’ Lauriston project
Genesis Energy has signed up Spark to take power from its Laurison solar project.
Seabed mining ‘does not co-exist with offshore wind’, government told
Seabed mining and windfarming are two activities that could not operate simultaneously.
Waikato heli-saw to transform forestry, electricity sectors
TLC will continue to trial the heli-saw technology this month in Piopio.
600 lightning strikes, hundreds without power as severe weather hits Bay of Plenty
Isolated thunderstorms with possible strong wind gusts continue to affect the region.
Letters: AT needs an attitude change; Three Strikes justice
OPINION: 'We appear to have a bureaucracy that is not reading the room.'
Letters: Three Strikes explanation welcome; why can't Brown put the brakes on AT?
OPINION: 'Such refining of solutions should be applauded.'
Electricity prices, Wynyard ferry and Aurora lights | Focus Morning Bulletin May 13, 2024
Consumers urged to ensure they’re getting the best deal on electricity, how a new ferry could save Wynyard Quarter and your chance to catch a glimpse of the aurora lights this week
Queues of cars at vantage point for Kiwis keen to catch last glimpse of aurora
One Wellingtonian described the situation as 'complete chaos'.
Consumers urged to ensure they’re getting the best deal on electricity
The latest stats show electricity prices have been rising more slowly than incomes.
'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the aurora
Aucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.
National power grid emergency further extended
The coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.