Energy$193m push: Transpower's plan to meet rising power demand in South IslandTranspower plans to build two new switching stations near Ōrari and Rangitata. 20 Aug 03:46 AM
EnergyLevelling the field: Measures promise more choices in electricity marketThe Electricity Authority plans three interventions to boost competition in the market.18 Aug 11:28 PM
EnergyMercury's profit plunges to $1m amid tough power conditionsTough power generating conditions hit Mercury's earnings in the June year. 18 Aug 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomy'Build more renewables': Contact's strategy for energy stabilityRetail power prices rose 11% in the year to July, gas prices up 14%.18 Aug 07:00 AM
Markets with MadisonMaking it rain: Mercury’s plan to invest $550m in historic hydro stationsIt's the biggest reinvestment in hydro power in New Zealand's history.14 Aug 07:00 PM
Infrastructure reportWhy NZ must strengthen cyber defences for critical infrastructure04 Aug 04:59 PM
BusinessFullers boss on electric v diesel ferries as AT changes course PLUS: Queen's Wharf megachargers get the go-ahead. 03 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandNZ's oil exploration debate is splitting political linesPleas for consensus on the oil exploration ban go unnoticed.31 Jul 10:33 PM
Business'Super-excited': Kiwi firm lands $18m deal for EV battery recyclingThe project aims to extract lithium, nickel and cobalt from used EV batteries.30 Jul 11:00 PM
EnergyNZ aims to double geothermal energy production by 2040The Government has allocated $60 million to fund research into the resource.30 Jul 05:41 AM
New ZealandHow do we fix NZ's "broken" energy sector?As part of the Herald’s Power to the People campaign, The Front Page speaks to the manager of Consumer NZ’s Powerswitch, Paul Fuge.Watch28 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDEnergyPower GamesOur electricity system is at a crossroads. Who will pay to keep the lights on, prices down and businesses running? Video / Alyse Wright, Michael Craig, Mark MitchellWatch27 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDEnergyGenesis says no deal, no Rankine unitThe energy sector is coming to a crucial decision point.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyThe X Factor: Power pricing start-up secures $3m, signs first customer across the TasmanPower industry insiders strike out on their own.17 Jul 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: The power company gaining the most from the big wetHydro storage in New Zealand is now above the long-run average, thanks to heavy rain.10 Jul 09:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumEnergyMercury inks long-term power deal to support NZ packaging giantThe deal will support Mercury to build more renewable power generation.08 Jul 12:35 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
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
EnergyEntrust dividend: How to get your share of the payoutHundreds of thousands of Aucklanders pocketed an extra $350 last year.27 Jun 04:02 AM
New ZealandNew AI service to revolutionise how Kiwis compare energy plansThe Electricity Authority is set to reveal more about a new comparison site.25 Jun 05:00 PM
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
EnergyBig four power firms near deal to secure Huntly's back-up roleNew Zealand's big power generators want to offset dry-year risk. 18 Jun 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhy energy is set to be a hot topic in next year's electionMeridian’s new CEO shares his thoughts on sector scrutiny amid electricity challenges.15 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyIsrael-Iran attack: AA says petrol price panic pointless'Rocket and feather’ effect one to watch, motorist adviser says.13 Jun 04:46 AM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: Why NZ's largest firms are suddenly ripe for takeover talksFletcher Building, Spark and Ryman are potentially all on the radar.12 Jun 09:00 PM
AgribusinessASB offers $150,000 interest-free loans for farm solar systemsFarmers could expect to get payback from as early as the sixth year of generation.09 Jun 11:51 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyNZ's power system well-placed for winter - analystLake levels are close to average, easing fears of a power shortage.08 Jun 11:00 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
