PremiumPremiumEnergy'The market is not broken': Contact pushes back on reform callsContact chairman Rob McDonald says lower prices depend on building new power capacity.16 Sep 05:00 AM
PremiumEnergy'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
PremiumPoliticsShane 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
PremiumOpinionFraser Whineray: Four urgent policy fixes to insulate NZ against rising power prices28 Aug 09:00 PM
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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
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
BusinessThe $80m blackout: How a pylon error plunged Northland into darknessThe power outage cost Northland businesses between $37.5 million and $80 million.05 Jun 10:22 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhy NZ's electricity market faces calls for major reformConsumer NZ calls for separation of power firms' generation and retail roles.03 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandSeven sneaky ways to save powerOnly heat the rooms you’re using to save around $300 a year on electric heating.02 Jun 08:56 PM
PoliticsBiggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'28 May 11:58 PM
PremiumPremiumCapital markets reportThe hunt for equity: NZ pushes for renewable investmentGrant Bradley looks at the hot sectors that were promoted at the infrastructure summit.13 May 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: We need a culture shift if Kiwis are to follow the Govt down the EV roadOPINON: Over 80% of NZ's electricity comes from renewable sources, benefiting EVs.27 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergy'Our planning laws are a mess': Top CEO on 'whims and fancies' stopping big projectsMike Fuge says that is not appropriate when we have such an important job ahead26 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDry start to year prompts Transpower to clarify hydro storage accessTranspower says no to generators' request to free up more water for hydro generation.23 Apr 04:15 AM
OpinionOpinion: Winter electricity prices are rising – how do we know we’re getting value for money?OPINION: Winter's arrival in New Zealand and Australia means higher power bills.15 Apr 04:11 AM