PremiumPremiumEnergyNZ's LNG import plan could cost up to $1b, report revealsSmaller LNG options would cost more per gigajoule but need less infrastructure.10 Jul 04:00 AM
EnergyGenesis AI trial cuts energy use by 10% with smart hot water controlThe trial involved 17,000 customers, shifting water heating to off-peak times.07 Jul 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSpecial tax change for fossil fuel companies was proposed ahead of BudgetMinisters opted to instead set money aside for stakes in new gas fields instead.03 Jul 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertySurf park developers win fast-track referral for 400+ homesEarthworks started in October for the first stage of the project, 4km from Silverdale.01 Jul 09:00 PM
Energy'Actively exploring options': Genesis eyes new fast-start plantGenesis plans a new fast-start plant at Huntly of up to 100MW by winter 2027.30 Jun 11:31 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Change their footprint': Kiwi start-up's plan to shave $1200 a year off household power billsBasis plans to install over 50,000 smart panels globally in the next 24 months.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Business'Pick up the pace': NZ needs faster progress on energy projectsTranspower highlights the need for more electricity generation amid declining gas.30 Jun 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandConstruction to start on first of three solar farms next to small Hawke's Bay townWork on the first of three proposed solar farms near the town will begin soon.27 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lagNew Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.24 Jun 03:00 AM
EnergyAuditor-General warns of investment need for electricity reliabilityAchieving net zero by 2050 will require increased spending in the electricity sector.24 Jun 12:55 AM
Politics'Blatant violation': Govt's $200m gas plan under fireThe $200m fund breaches the ACCTS trade agreement, say legal experts.23 Jun 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie Ensor‘Ardern lives in exile’: Jones attacks gas ban, calls for apology in fiery hearingThe Resources Minister came to the select committee sporting a Make NZ Great Again hat.19 Jun 05:00 AM
Markets with Madison'Era of abundance': Inside America’s nuclear energy effortValar Atomics plans to build thousands of small nuclear reactors around the world.17 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Tourism Holdings jumps 57.5% on buyout offerComvita shares fall 7% after mānuka honey company forecasts a net loss of more than $20m.16 Jun 05:55 AM
WorldKazakhstan selects Russia's Rosatom to lead the construction of its first nuclear plantKazakhstan is the world's top uranium producer, providing 43% of global supplies.14 Jun 08:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew solar rules to cope with four-seasons-in-a-day weatherThe Government has announced new rules to make rooftop solar panels more appealing.13 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPower bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promisedFirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.12 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMartin Gummer: Political consensus on natural gas needed urgentlyBusinesses face potential closures without stable gas investment environments.08 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Dwindling faster': NZ's falling gas supply bad news for householdsHousehold gas use is 4% of total consumption, but prices may rise.07 Jun 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'A Swiss army knife': Genesis CEO extols new Huntly battery projectThe project will boost the key station's flexibility, says chief executive Malcolm Johns.05 Jun 07:00 AM
BusinessNZ gas supply reducing faster and sooner than expectedRevised forecasts have annual gas production falling below 100 petajoules by 2026.05 Jun 12:51 AM
Energy'Essential back-up': Huntly battery to bolster NZ energy supplyGenesis is building a $150m battery at Huntly Power Station.04 Jun 11:30 PM
Politics‘Will not accept repeat of last winter’: Major move unveiled to boost country’s energy The changes to hydro generation are expected to power around 6000 more homes.30 May 05:21 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Major concern’: CommComm head looking at changes after business fear about power companies Small has called reports of business concerns a "big red flag".30 May 04:45 AM
PoliticsBiggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'28 May 11:58 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBusinesses 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.'28 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhy the Government's $200m gas move marks a major shift in energy policyMeanwhile, Greenpeace has described it as a 'Scorched Earth Budget'.22 May 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGovt offers $200m for would-be gas investorsShane Jones says the fund allows the Crown to take a 10%-15% stake.22 May 02:41 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Budget lever the Govt could pull to lift NZ out of economic doldrumsOPINION: NZ has long aspired to have an energy-resilient economy. This is a way to do it.16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCapital markets reportThe hunt for equity: NZ pushes for renewable investmentGrant Bradley looks at the hot sectors that were promoted at the infrastructure summit.13 May 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumCapital markets report'Win-win': Call to invest KiwiSaver in NZ infrastructure projectsThe Government plans to ease rules for KiwiSaver investments in unlisted assets.13 May 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPower prices: Poll reveals Kiwis’ growing concernNearly half of New Zealanders also back breaking up the gentailers.12 May 05:00 PM
BDBDEnergyZ Energy refuses to comment on Flick Electric closureIf true, the closure will be another blow to competition in the sector.12 May 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: NZ sharemarket rises as gentailers make gainsThe NZ sharemarket rose strongly today as gentailers made gains across the board.09 May 06:03 AM