New Zealand|Updated'Efficient and sustainable': $220m expansion at geothermal station '90%' completeAnnual output would power 158,000 homes, exceeding Christchurch’s residential total.30 Aug 10:43 PM
PremiumOpinionFraser Whineray: Four urgent policy fixes to insulate NZ against rising power pricesOPINION: New Zealand's renewable electricity credentials are world-leading.28 Aug 09:00 PM
WorldSudanese lay first bricks to rebuild ravaged capitalRebuilding begins in Khartoum amid ongoing challenges.27 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumEnergy'A big disappointment' – analyst's view on Genesis Energy's earnings outlook25 Aug 09:26 PM
AnalysisJamie EnsorWillis swoops in for PM’s media spot, denies ‘power play’ as Luxon forced aside19 Aug 12:32 AM
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
New ZealandHow solar farm rose to severe flooding challengeClever design meant electricity generation facility avoided harm in severe weather event.18 Aug 05:00 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
PremiumPremiumOpinionTony Clifford: Lack of investment, not gas, causes electricity turmoilOPINION: Spot prices have increased 3.5 times for wholesale users over nine years.15 Aug 04:43 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
WorldHome batteries are saving Americans from blackoutsOne in 10 Puerto Rican homes now have a battery and solar array for back-up power.14 Aug 06:00 PM
WorldFrance restarts nuclear plant after jellyfish invasionA jellyfish swarm shut down four reactors at Gravelines plant.13 Aug 08:18 PM
WorldJellyfish force nuclear plant shutdown in FranceSwarm of jellyfish infiltrate cooling system. Warmer seas result in increase in numbers.11 Aug 08:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBridget Abernethy: Why radical reforms won't lower electricity costsElectricity prices rose 8.4% last year, mainly due to higher line charges.10 Aug 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Drives like a robot:' Salesman misled new Tesla owners about car's self-driving capabilityThe buyers paid an extra $6,000 for features the Tesla did not have.09 Aug 12:29 AM
New Zealand'Fine young man' electrocuted after simple steps to avoid power line danger weren't takenIrish worker Sean Clear was just three days away from his 25th birthday when he died.06 Aug 07:00 PM
WorldUS environmental agency to terminate $11.8b in solar grantsThe EPA plans to terminate grants for rooftop solar projects.05 Aug 11:21 PM
World‘Let’s go fly a kite’: Capturing wind for clean energy in IrelandResearchers are flying kites to generate renewable electricity in Ireland.04 Aug 08:37 PM
WorldNSW floods: 18k without power, Warragamba Dam set to spillResidents in parts of NSW are urged to evacuate as floodwaters sweep through the state.04 Aug 04:03 AM
EnergyMajor energy firms sign deal for strategic reserve at HuntlyGenesis, Meridian Energy, Mercury NZ and Contact Energy agree deal for back-up generation.03 Aug 09:35 PM
New ZealandCar crash causes power outage for over 1000 customers in Foxton areaEmergency services are responding and police are asking people to avoid the scene. 02 Aug 06:40 AM
WorldDesperate for power, modern AI firms lean on a geriatric US nuclear fleetTech firms are securing power from ageing nuclear plants for AI data centres.31 Jul 05:00 PM
Business'Ruling the roost more than ever': Former Energy Minister rips into Big Four power companiesMarket reform is seen by some as the only real way to see power prices come down.30 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNeil Williams: Why your hot water cylinder is NZ's hidden energy solutionNew technology could save households $300 million annually on power bills.30 Jul 07:00 AM
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 ZealandNew $750m solar farm for Hawke's Bay: Why is the region turning to solar?The solar farm will be visible to thousands of motorists on SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd.28 Jul 06:00 PM
BusinessDoes your power company tell you if you're on the cheapest deal? Check our interactiveThe graphic shows which companies do a best-plan check and help struggling customers. 28 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
