Energy

An energy sector lobby group says applying the Crown Minerals (Amendment) Act retrospectively to deals done years ago is 'bad public policy'.

The proposed development has already met fierce opposition from a group of locals, who want it relocated, redesigned or downsized.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine will not directly affect New Zealand's fuel supply, Energy Minister Megan Woods says.

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 says its first half result reflects a period of significant change for the company, including becoming New Zealand's largest wind generator.

Concerned residents from the Manawatū town of Feilding are urging the regional council to hold public hearings about a proposed waste-to-energy plant.

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.

A British based company is proposing a large solar farm in eastern Waikato capable of powering 30,000 homes.

Four potential partners have been identified to help develop the world's first large-scale green hydrogen plant in Southland.

Powerco still has more than 5000 customers without power due to outages caused by Cyclone Dovi.

A lift in hydro generation, lower costs and higher sales has seen the country's largest power company significantly increase its half-year profit.

Gas customers could be paying an average of 4.5 percent more for supply in each of the next four years as the country transitions to renewable energy.

As Auckland swelters in high humidity, lines company Vector says it has a series of power outages planned to complete a backlog of maintenance work.

In its first year of operation Ara Ake - the national future energy centre - burnt through two thirds of its annual revenue, that's $1.7m, in salaries, directors fees and consultants.

Rio Tinto says it believes there is a long-term future for the Bluff operation past its previously signalled closure date in 2024.