Inside Story: How Govt planned to directly subsidise Rio Tinto's transmission costs
Officials warned there was no way to smooth smelter's departure than a taxpayer payment.
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Genesis Energy has posted a strong half year result.
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Genesis resorts to thermal backup as hydro lake levels fall
Ongoing drought conditions have affected New Zealand hydro-power generation capacity.
Thinking big: Why the sudden interest in pumping water uphill?
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The 622 megawatt question overhanging the generation game
The closure of the Tiwai Point smelter will usher in a new era for NZ's power generators.
Power regulator eyes end to voluntary futures market
Move may increase participation and improve pricing for industry and power retailers.
Blame it on Rio: Government's offer to help smelter owner
Rio Tinto says Ministers offered to help build business case for major discount.
$700m trifecta: Three big Auckland buildings sold to Asian fund
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Genesis Energy sets sights on north Waikato solar power
Genesis plans a major solar power project in Waikato.
Higher fuel costs hit Genesis Energy first half profit profit
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Continuous Disclosure: Tiwai's future overhangs NZ power generator results
The future of the Tiwai Point looks set to overhang the power generators this month.
Warning: Why electricity prices could increase
Analyst warns gas supply problems could hit industry and push up energy prices.
Power surge: What happens if Rio Tinto pulls the plug on Tiwai?
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Huge lease deal sees Genesis move into Wynyard Quarter
Genesis leaving Greenlane for CBD's Wynyard Quarter
Tiwai Pt smelter needs 'tens of millions'
Smelter says it needs major reduction in energy costs, warning the Government not to wait.
S&P says possible Tiwai closure exposes risks in electricity sector
Rio Tinto-controlled NZAS is reviewing its its Tiwai Pt smelter.
Power price shake-up: Govt to push consumers to shop around
Many households switch power providers; now the Government will target those who don't.
Govt's pay increase veto for top boards is 'image trumping policy'
The Act leader says the Govt vetoing Crown-owned board pay rises is a marketing exercise
Utilities take centre stage as NZ reporting season trundles on next week
Utilities are set to dominate the company reporting season next week.
Companies create forestry portfolio
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Genesis caves, brings back door-knocking
Door-to-door salesmen have been called "annoying" and "intrusive".
Green light for Waverley Wind Farm
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