New ZealandNo explosion at geothermal stationThe operator of a Northland geothermal plant has denied Fire Service reports 30,000 litres of gas is leaking after an explosion at the site.26 Feb 07:23 PM
EnergyMighty River set to beat float forecastMighty River Power remains on track to meet forecast full-year profit for the year but is wary of falling lake levels feeding its central North Island hydro dams.26 Feb 04:30 PM
EnergyGenesis float unusual but makes senseThe structure of the Genesis Energy float is unusual but makes sense given the complexities of the company, says one investment banker.26 Feb 04:20 AM
EnergyGenesis float details due todayThe sharemarket float of Genesis Energy - the details of which are due out today - is likely to proceed along standard lines.25 Feb 04:30 PM
EnergyGenesis float next monthJohn Key has confirmed the partial privatisation of Genesis Energy will begin soon but has underlined the sale will be the last one under a National Government.24 Feb 03:53 AM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Sun power good but not magicSolar power systems can save households money, but don't expect them to eliminate your power bill.22 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDEnergyMeridian earnings beat forecastNewly NZX-listed Meridian Energy beat its prospectus forecast for earnings thanks to high inflows to hydro lakes.18 Feb 08:00 PM
PropertyBP shifts head office to NewmarketBP will lease space for its new head office in Mansons TCLM's newly constructed five green-star rated building at 73 Remuera Rd in Newmarket.18 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDEnergyContact Energy lifts earningsContact Energy reported a 5 per cent improvement in earnings with improved sales and lower wholesale electricity prices.17 Feb 08:53 PM
OpinionEditorial: Green power worthy but has too few incentivesAll in all, the Greens' scheme will appeal mainly to those who crave energy independence - not anywhere near the 10,000 a year the party predicts will install solar panels.17 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionWould you borrow money to install solar panels?Your Views: Under the Solar Homes scheme, New Zealanders would be able to borrow up to $15,000 from the Government to install photovoltaic panels and then pay it back via their council rates over 15 years. Is this a good idea?16 Feb 08:46 PM
EnergyExperts back Greens' solar planKiwis would be able to borrow up to $15,000 to install photovoltaic panels at home and pay back via rates.16 Feb 08:40 PM
EnergyOutlook better for Tiwai PtInternational mining giant Rio Tinto said the outlook for the metal was positive despite a 9 per cent fall in spot prices over 2013.16 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandGreens launch new solar power initiativeThe Government will loan households up to $15,000 at low interest rates to help them install solar power if the Greens are elected.16 Feb 12:12 AM
EnergyPM defends $30m payout to Rio TintoPrime Minister John Key has defended his Government's $30 million payout to the owners of the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter after the Greens and Labour said parent company Rio Tinto's US$3.7 billion profit showed the payment was unjustified.14 Feb 04:00 AM
EnergyNZ taxpayers aid Rio Tinto profit bumpProfits are up 10pc at world mining giant Rio Tinto - in a year where NZ taxpayers paid the company $30m to keep the Tiwai Pt smelter open.13 Feb 07:45 PM
EnergyLeft's power plan 'could boost prices'Opposition's single-buyer model misses target, Business NZ-sponsored probe finds.10 Feb 04:30 PM
WorldCaracas drivers face pain at pumpIn the socialist state of Venezuela that is home to the world's largest oil and gas reserves, petrol is cheaper than water. But not for much longer.05 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDEnergyOvercharged for power? Apparently notFeel you're paying too much for electricity? Not according to a new report, which says consumers never actually paid the full cost of building NZ's power stations.27 Jan 10:55 PM
EnergyEnergy Mad surges on Amazon dealShares in lightbulb maker Energy Mad surged after it announced it had begun selling its energy-efficient products online in the United States through internet retail giant Amazon.22 Jan 04:30 PM
EnergyGroup vows to hinder Otago oil drillA ''rapid response'' team of up to 260 people has been set up to take to the water to hinder Anadarko's deep-sea drilling operations.12 Jan 09:37 PM
EnergySunny days tipped to boost solar powerGlobal demand for solar panels is expected to hit a three-year high this year and a local company says falling prices are set to spark "explosive growth in solar energy"".12 Jan 04:30 PM
EnergyAnadarko faces $16.9b billTexan oil giant Anadarko's environmental credentials and the future of its New Zealand offshore exploration programme are being questioned as the company faces a US toxic site cleanup and compensation claim which could reach US$14 billion ($16.9 billion).16 Dec 09:32 PM
