Energy
Refining NZ ripe for investors when it transitions to Channel Infrastructure - report
The country's three major oil companies will be tempted to sell their shares in Refining NZ as it moves from processing crude to storage making it a ripe takeover target, according to Forsyth Barr…
'I don't think we've seen the end of petrol price rises' - Robertson
New Zealanders are being warned to expect fuel prices to keep climbing as long as the war in Ukraine continues. Audio
Russia warns of oil import ban as little progress made at Ukraine talks
There are growing fears of an energy war after the US pushed its allies to ban Russian oil imports due to its invasion of Ukraine.
Oil hits 13-year high as US mulls Russia crude ban
Consumers are feeling the impact of higher energy costs as fuel prices and household bills jump.
The sticky issue of closing Marsden Point amid global oil uncertainty
Big changes are coming to the way we get fuel into, and around, the country - and there are warnings about the huge implications of getting it wrong. The price of petrol is already burning a hole… Audio
Drilling campaign almost doubles Māui gas field's production - OMV
OMV says its in-fill drilling campaign at Māui A off the coast of Taranaki has almost doubled 2021 production levels, making it the country's largest gas field once more.
Final shipment of crude oil on its way to Marsden Pt refinery
The final shipment of crude oil is on its way to New Zealand - with the country's only refinery about to close.
It will arrive at Marsden Point this weekend as all future shipments will be carrying… Audio
Act casts shadow over Maari oil field deal
An energy sector lobby group says applying the Crown Minerals (Amendment) Act retrospectively to deals done years ago is 'bad public policy'.
Crown Minerals Act casts shadow over oil field deal
An energy sector lobby group says applying the 'Crown Minerals (Amendment) Act' retrospectively to deals done years ago is 'bad public policy'. The Act passed in December is casting a shadow over… Audio
Nau Mai Rā: the Māori power company helping people out of hardship
Ezra Hirawani is the co-founder of the country’s first kaupapa Māori electricity retailer Nau Mai Rā. Audio
Locals in Auckland town oppose 'monstrosity' solar farm
The proposed development has already met fierce opposition from a group of locals, who want it relocated, redesigned or downsized.
Russian invasion of Ukraine won't affect New Zealand fuel - Minister
Russia's invasion of Ukraine will not directly affect New Zealand's fuel supply, Energy Minister Megan Woods says.
Tiwai Point smelter deal contributes to dip in Meridian's first-half profit
Meridian has reported a drop in first-half profit reflecting negative changes in the value of hedge instruments as well as a drop in revenue from Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter.
Mercury Energy posts nearly $300m net profit increase
Mercury says its first half result reflects a period of significant change for the company, including becoming New Zealand's largest wind generator.
Waikato residents dark about new solar farm plans
Plans for a Waikato solar farm have local residents concerned about the impact it will have on the picturesque countryside. Audio
Decision over waste-to-energy plant 'of national importance'
Concerned residents from the Manawatū town of Feilding are urging the regional council to hold public hearings about a proposed waste-to-energy plant.
Can the fossil fuel industry be harnessed to combat climate change?
Opinion - If governments auctioned off monopoly rights to produce and distribute clean fuels, Big Oil might be forced to buy into a greener transport future, writes Richard Meade.
British firm eyes Waikato for large solar farm
A British based company is proposing a large solar farm in eastern Waikato capable of powering 30,000 homes.
Interest from overseas in Southland hydrogen plant plan
Four potential partners have been identified to help develop the world's first large-scale green hydrogen plant in Southland.
Thousands still without power in North Island after Cyclone Dovi
Powerco still has more than 5000 customers without power due to outages caused by Cyclone Dovi.
