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AI-powered supercomputer delivers faster, more precise weather forecasts

The Cascade supercomputer makes five-day forecasts as reliable as two-day ones.

Energy security or emissions risk: What Huntly's new coal deal really means

Genesis has struck a deal with BT Mining to supply coal for the Huntly Power Station.

'We will all run dry': Locals warn fast-track energy plan risks water supply

A 2023 council report warned drops could cut off Hāwea Flat’s drinking water.

Hawke’s Bay electricity capacity doubles with new transformer at Redclyffe

It's designed to be resilient to a 1-in-450 years flood event.

'The market is not broken': Contact pushes back on reform calls

Contact chairman Rob McDonald says lower prices depend on building new power capacity.

Storm damage: Crews face major repairs to poles and lines

Powerco says some repairs could take longer where poles were brought down.

Gas, low hydro, weigh on NZ wholesale electricity market

Wholesale electricity is trading near $200/MWh, up on the long-term winter average.

Shane Jones wants to consider re-nationalising power companies in energy shake-up

'No one is responsible for energy security in New Zealand,' the NZ First minister said.

Transpower to spend $1.1b on Cook Strait link upgrade

The power grid operator has applied to the Commerce Commission for approval.