Energy
'Specifics will matter a lot': Cautious optimism over BlackRock deal
A climate policy expert says there are always some risks around large infrastructure investments, but moving to 100 percent renewable electricity is a great idea. Audio
Govt renewable energy deal not a game changer, expert says
A leading energy research analyst doesn't think the government's team-up with investment company Blackrock will be 'game changer'.
The deal will launch a $2 billion dollar climate infrastructure fund… Audio
Govt and BlackRock aiming at 100% clean energy: What is BlackRock?
Analysis - BlackRock is setting up a $2 billion fund with the government to invest in green energy - but what is BlackRock?
US scientists repeat nuclear fusion breakthrough, increase power output
US scientists have achieved net energy gain in a fusion reaction for the second time since December.
Government refers wind and solar projects for fast-track consenting
Wind farm projects in Southland, south of Auckland and Manawatū are being fast-tracked through consenting, the government has announced.
Contact Energy to replace Taupō geothermal stations
Contact Energy is taking the next steps to replace the 1950s-built Wairākei A and B geothermal power stations in Taupō with a new station at Te Mihi.
In debt, and in the dark
A Wellington mum couldn't afford to pay her power. She was cut off, then the company added an extra fee to her bill.
Government's green investment bank adds $15m to solar project
The state-owned investment bank Green Investment Finance is lending $15 million to solar power company Lodestone Energy to speed up development of its five planned solar farms.
Consumer defending contract to manage power switching
Consumer is defending its contract to manage power switching, which it says is going really well.
Consumer has the sole contract worth $1.4 million dollars a year from the Electricity Authority to do… Audio
Government partners with Fonterra to cut coal use and halve manufacturing emissions
Fonterra says the government's $90 million contribution to cut emissions in the dairy sector will help the company to achieve its ambition to be net zero by 2050.
Inside the nuclear fusion reactor ITER
Nuclear fusion is a holy grail for researchers seeking clean energy. This week we head to the south of France with ABC science journalist Carl Smith in this episode from the Strange Frontiers… Audio
Power comparison company 'unhappy' website contract not put to open market
Power Compare, a power comparison website, has criticised the Electricity Authority for not doing enough to lower energy costs for New Zealand consumers.
Power-switching competition looms
A business that aims to help New Zealanders save money by comparing different prices has its eye on the electricity market.
Consumer New Zealand has the current contract, worth $2.8 million, to… Audio
EV charging networks team up for single app to cover multiple providers
Three players in the electric vehicle charging network are co-operating to streamline charging from Cape Reinga to Bluff.
Alan Finkel on a green energy future and what it'll take to get there
Should we be investing in solar, wind, hydrogen or nuclear power? Carbon offsets or carbon credits? Alan Finkel was former Australian Chief Scientist from 2016 to 2020 he led the review of Australia's… Audio
Public housing tenants to save hundreds thanks to solar energy
The housing development enables solar energy distribution between the units via a rooftop facility and is the first high-density universal design complex built by Kainga Ora.
Power company accuses Genesis of misleading sales pitches
Sparks are flying over allegations of shabby sales tactics by one of the country's biggest power suppliers. Audio
Allegations of shabby sales tactics by big power company
Sparks are flying over allegations of shabby sales tactics by one of the country's biggest power suppliers. Boutique company Flick has called out electricity giant Genesis on social media; accusing… Video, Audio
Government moves forward on coal technology restrictions
The government is following through on a promised ban on new coal boilers, and phasing out existing ones by 2037.
Rakiura / Stewart Island facing steep power price hike
The grid on Rakiura is entirely dependent on diesel generation and as a result, power unit prices will see islanders face power price hikes of more than a thousand dollars per year.
