First offshore renewable energy feasibility permit application round now open
Published: 19 October 2026
New Zealand's first offshore renewable energy feasibility permit application round is now open following the publication of the Offshore Renewable Energy Feasibility Permit Application Round Notice 2026 (Round Notice).
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The Round Notice sets out, amongst other things, the terms, requirements, limitations, and mandatory conditions that apply to the current application round.
Read the Offshore Renewable Energy Feasibility Permit Application Round Notice 2026:
Offshore Renewable Energy Feasibility Permit Application Round Notice 2026(external link) — Gazette.govt
Applications for a feasibility permit must be received by 5:00 pm NZST on 19 April 2027 and be for either the Offshore Taranaki or Offshore Waikato / South Auckland designated area.
Applicants must comply with the Offshore Renewable Energy Act 2026, the Offshore Renewable Energy Regulations 2026, the Offshore Renewable Energy (Levies) Regulations 2026, and the Round Notice, including all applicable requirements and mandatory conditions if a feasibility permit is granted.
Information on the current feasibility permit application process, including eligibility requirements, application guidance, and how to apply, is available on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment website:
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