Energy
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 10 May
On today's episode, Energy Minister Simeon Brown has laid the blame for this morning's nationwide warning about power usage squarely with the former Labour Government, Brown joins us, we also hear… Audio
NZ faces energy shortfall as temps plummet
The national grid operator Transpower is asking New Zealanders to carefully manage their electricity usage Friday morning. Transpower executive general manager Chantelle Bramley spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Australia backs gas beyond 2050 despite climate fears
The policy comes despite global calls to drastically phase out fossil fuels to reach climate targets.
Pressure on power supply 'timely wake up call' for industry
With the country facing potential power outages on a chilly Friday morning, the industry needs to secure a reliable, year-round renewable energy supply, the Consumer Advocacy Council says.
How to help avoid power shortages tomorrow
Households are being warned that unless they conserve electricity, they could face power cuts on Friday.
Meridian Energy's wind farm almost finished despite obstacles
When completed, Harapaki will generate enough electricity to power most of Hawke's Bay.
NZ's supply of natural gas is shrinking
New Zealand's supply of natural gas is shrinking, and the country will need to fire up its coal imports to make up for the shortfall. Enerlytica energy analyst John Kidd spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 8 May
On today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins discusses MP behaviour and Corrections funding, Genesis Energy is to resume importing coal, Resource Minister Shane Jones joins us, a Te Pāti Māori MP… Audio
Genesis looks to coal to shore up power supplies
Buying coal is back on Genesis Energy's agenda - it says it's necessary to ensure a backup of energy supply this winter and beyond amid a gas shortage. Audio
Genesis Energy to fire up coal imports, citing increased demand, dwindling gas supply
Genesis Energy is to resume importing coal, as reduced gas supplies and increased demand add to the problems of keeping the lights on. Audio
Genesis Energy to resume importing coal
Genesis Energy has announced on Wednesday morning it will resume importing coal, with gas supply falling faster than projected. Resource Minister Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Integrated solar and agricultural farm planned for Rangitīkei
The 40 megawatt-peak farm is expected to generate electricity for about 7800 homes.
Analysis shows self-service petrol stations drive prices down
More than a hundred unstaffed petrol stations have opened around the country over the past five years, bringing more competition with its cheaper fuel prices. Reporter Lucy Xia has more. Audio
Unstaffed petrol stations driving down prices
But the competition watchdog said self-serve stations run by supermarkets did not have the same effect.
Green hydrogen developments promise a lower carbon future
It's hoped a new GNS Science lab can crack open the door to cheaper green hydrogen production Audio
Government signs off $41m clean energy deal with Asian Development Bank
The government has committed $41 million to clean energy transition at the Asian Development Bank's Energy Transition Mechanism.
Kiwi company leads the charge in home energy technology
For 13 years, Christchurch company ArcActive has been developing a battery system for affordable home energy storage. Next month, the company is building its first factory and taking its lead-acid… Audio
Govt considers energy ratings for homes
The Government is considering mandatory energy ratings that show people how much a home might cost to run before they buy or rent it. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
'Devil in the details' when considering biofuels - Victoria University lecturer
The energy return on the energy invested must be weighed up, Dr Mike Joy says. Audio
Energy sector upgrades unaffordable, unachievable, trade association says
Major energy users say New Zealand needs to challenge current thinking on how best to meet carbon emission targets.
