New ZealandMeridian starts work on $227m Ruakākā solar farmIt is expected to produce enough electricity to power about half the homes in Northland.02 Nov 04:30 AM
PremiumEnergyPower struggle: Global energy firm fights plan to mine off Taranaki coastRuling on the mining proposal is due from a Government-appointed panel in March.28 Oct 10:00 PM
Energy‘Good to have clarity’: Genesis weighs next steps on renewables planGenesis chairwoman Barbara Chapman says the company is reviewing its equity options.16 Oct 02:09 AM
PremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Govt must get out of electricity and let market deliver security07 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Reform of the energy sector? More like tinkering04 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumEnergyEnergy security or emissions risk: What Huntly's new coal deal really means22 Sep 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergy'The cheapest unit of gas is the one you do not use': EECA chief's warningEECA says simple fixes like sealing steam leaks can slash energy use by 30%.16 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsShane 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.09 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsAct calls for NZ to leave Paris climate agreement without ‘realistic targets’Act restated its opposition to putting agriculture into the ETS.01 Sep 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFraser 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
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: US tries to push more use of fossil fuels globallyNew York Times: Virtually all Trump's trade deals stipulate partners buy US oil and gas.28 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergy'A big disappointment' – analyst's view on Genesis Energy's earnings outlookThe midpoint of its guidance range was $62m below consensus estimates.25 Aug 09:26 PM
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
EnergyWhy businesses are struggling with New Zealand's industrial gas crisisGas users are curtailing operations due to rising costs.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJulie Anne Genter: Time to prioritise public good over private gainThe Green Party calls for renewed investment in public services and climate action.04 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandSolar panels and livestock: A new approach to farming in WaiukuThe farm's solar panels can power between 600-700 homes near Waiuku.28 Jul 12:01 AM
Business'We are suffering': Solo mum used Afterpay for food since power bills chewed up benefitMore than 100,000 New Zealanders can’t keep warm in their homes over winter. We ask why.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy Pittsburgh put its streetlights on a dimmerNew York Times: New streetlamps save in energy costs while tackling light pollution.24 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Cost-of-living crisis hits harder in winter OPINION: About one in 10 children lack a safe, warm bed in New Zealand.16 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Cheaper off-peak power': New rules for big electricity retailersRetailers with over 5% market share must provide time-of-use pricing.16 Jul 06:48 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
PremiumPremiumPropertySurf park developers win fast-track referral for 400+ homesEarthworks started in October for the first stage of the project, 4km from Silverdale.01 Jul 09:00 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
New Zealand'No water use': Faulty meters spark billing chaos for Watercare customersWatercare offered manual readings and payment options to affected customers.25 Jun 08:54 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lagNew Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.24 Jun 03:00 AM
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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew solar rules to cope with four-seasons-in-a-day weatherThe Government has announced new rules to make rooftop solar panels more appealing.13 Jun 07:00 PM