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Brian Fallow: Lake Onslow hydro storage scheme is no pipe dream
$30m is worth paying to investigate scheme that would help decarbonise energy.
The 622 megawatt question overhanging the generation game
The closure of the Tiwai Point smelter will usher in a new era for NZ's power generators.
Revealed: How far Meridian was prepared to go to keep its biggest customer
"We felt that it was a pretty compelling package," Meridian CEO says.
'Shattering impact': Southland to take huge hit from smelter closure
The Southland economy is set to take a major hit.
Meridian CEO on losing its biggest customer: 'We will adapt'
Meridian's chief executive Neal Barclay says the company will adapt to Tiwai's closure.
Power company shares trade sharply lower on smelter closure plan
New Zealand's power generators were hit hard by Tiwai's closure.
Closing Tiwai Pt could push up power prices for everyone - Contact
Shifting excess power north means transmission charges could climb.
Meridian under the gun for price manipulation
Generators in the gun after regulator finds water was spilled unnecessarily.
A petition is set to continue the delay of a Hawke's Bay wind farm that has been in proposal for 13 years
The petition was started by Maria Rahui and has 374 signatures against the wind farm.
Power regulator eyes end to voluntary futures market
Move may increase participation and improve pricing for industry and power retailers.
Blame it on Rio: Government's offer to help smelter owner
Rio Tinto says Ministers offered to help build business case for major discount.
Offer Tiwai transmission discount now - Meridian
The potential transmission savings for the smelter could be large, says Meridian boss.
Continuous Disclosure: Tiwai's future overhangs NZ power generator results
The future of the Tiwai Point looks set to overhang the power generators this month.
Three things driving the NZ sharemarket's rally
Plus, was ANZ expecting tougher rules?
Power surge: What happens if Rio Tinto pulls the plug on Tiwai?
What are the scenarios if Rio Tinto closes its Smelter at Tiwai Point?
S&P says possible Tiwai closure exposes risks in electricity sector
Rio Tinto-controlled NZAS is reviewing its its Tiwai Pt smelter.
$1.5b wiped off power companies as smelter owners hint at closure
The owners of the Tiwai Pt aluminium smelter have raised the possibility of closure.
Power price shake-up: Govt to push consumers to shop around
Many households switch power providers; now the Government will target those who don't.
Govt's pay increase veto for top boards is 'image trumping policy'
The Act leader says the Govt vetoing Crown-owned board pay rises is a marketing exercise
Balanced consenting framework needed for renewables - Meridian
Meridian is in talks with a number of parties as to how dry-year risk can be covered.
Utilities take centre stage as NZ reporting season trundles on next week
Utilities are set to dominate the company reporting season next week.
Green MP thanks Fonterra for 'leadership'
Fonterra's leadership had been 'incredibly important' says Chloe Swarbrick.
Meridian posts record first-half earnings
The energy company will also be lifting its dividend.
Power company boss lifts lid on industry 'dirty secrets'
Neal Barclay says the industry needs to be called out on unfair penalty schemes
Sparks flying between power companies
Genesis says an industry-wide approach could be the best way to help needy consumers.
Mercury and Genesis take swipe at Meridian's pricing stance
Meridian says it wants to expose ''dirty secrets'' but Mercury says its price scheme best.
Meridian's magic number - $666m
Renewable generator and retailer Meridian's profit up on record revenue
Record-breaking NZ sharemarket poised for Big Wednesday
The sharemarket is poised for big Wednesday, with a slew of results due.
Meridian Energy offers $200M in retail bonds
The offer opens today and will be subject to a min interest rate of 4.2 per cent.
New Zealand's energy future: It's electrifying
Electricity use is set to double in NZ as petrol use falls and gas and coal is phased out
Meridian urges Kiwi car buyers to take on Norway
The Scandinavian nation is an example of what can be achieved.
Meridian shareholder Peter Wakeman puts two resolutions to upcoming AGM
Meridian shareholder Peter Wakeman puts two resolutions to upcoming AGM
Mark Binns: No interest in leading Fletcher
Retiring Meridian chief Mark Binns has ruled himself out of taking over Fletcher Building