Energy
Ralph Sims: towards a carbon-zero 2050
The Productivity Commission's draft report on how New Zealand can meet the government's goal of achieving a net-zero emissions economy by 2050 was released on Friday, with some recommendations it says… Audio
Unlikely alliance pans possible levy on petrol vehicles
A proposal to put a levy on fossil fuel vehicles to encourage the uptake of electric cars is being panned by what may be an alliance of petrol car importers and social agencies. Audio
Fuel-car levy could subsidise electric vehicles - govt
The government is considering putting a levy on imported petrol vehicles to help subsidise electric cars. Audio
Levy on petrol car imports considered by govt
Consumers are set to pay more for petrol, energy and possibly even their cars, under new proposals being considered by the Government. Climate Change Minister James Shaw says he's looking at putting a… Audio
Fuel, energy prices to rise in shift to low carbon economy
Households are being warned to expect big jumps in petrol and electricity prices to persuade them to shift to low carbon options. In a draft discussion document, the Productivity Commission estimates… Audio
PM denies govt failed to consult with oil and gas industry
The Prime Minister is denying accusations the government failed to consult adequately with the oil and gas industry before putting a halt to most future exploration permits.
Oil & gas ending: Taranaki mayors take concerns to Minister
Taranaki mayors have asked the Government for help them diversify their local economies as the country moves away from oil and gas exploration. Three mayors from the region met Energy Minister Megan… Audio
Another 50 years of oil exploration possible - Minister
There could still be oil and gas exploration going on in New Zealand in 50 years' time, despite government moves against the practice, says the Energy Minister.
Only handful of properties still without power - Vector
Auckland lines company Vector is hoping to have virtually all properties across the city back on the grid this weekend, with just a handful still without power.
Vector wants more powers to trim trees near powerlines
The electricity industry wantrs more power to trim trees that threaten power lines following the massive storm in Auckland last week. As many as 180 thousand homes and businesses suffered blackouts… Audio
Parts of Akld could remain in the dark until the middle of next week
Aucklanders could be waiting weeks to have broken roofs fixed and fallen trees cleared as the storm cleanup continues. Audio
9000 Auckland properties still without power
Some people in west Auckland could be without power until Wednesday next week. Vector CEO Simon McKenzie talks to John Campbell about why it's taking so long to get everyone back on the grid. Video, Audio
Auckland power outage: 'Why is it taking so long?'
An Auckland woman without power for three days says it's simply not good enough that Vector hasn't been able to get all properties back on the grid since the storm on Tuesday night. Video, Audio
Govt tells oil industry: 'The world is changing'
The government is telling the New Zealand oil industry that the world is changing and it is time it faced the facts.
Govt scorns oil industry's 'surprise' over permits move
No one should be surprised by the government's decision to halt offshore oil and gas exploration permits, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says.
Taranaki community 'let down' by oil exploration ban
The Taranaki community feels let down by the government's announcement that it will not grant new deep-sea oil and gas exploration permits, a business leader says.
Oil, gas exploration move a 'kick in the guts' for Taranaki - mayor
The government has announced there will be no future deep-sea oil and gas exploration permits, but New Plymouth's mayor says he has not heard of a specific plan for transitioning to green energy.
Tiwai Point smelter looking secure
The future of the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter is looking secure despite trade wars, United States tariffs, arguments over power costs, and a for sale sign still hanging around.
Govt holds off on block offers for oil and gas permits
The government has held off announcing 2018 block offers for offshore oil and gas exploration permits.
'We need to leave all new fossil fuels in the ground' - protester
More than 200 protesters gathered outside the TSB Bank Arena in Wellington this afternoon, ahead of the country's biggest petroleum conference, which officially opens tomorrow.
