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Fuel stocks update

08 June 2026

MBIE regularly publishes the latest information on fuel stocks and shipping.

Energy Energy research and data Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Government announces new Solar on schools programme

03 June 2026

$30 million in funding for solar panels, batteries and energy management systems

Energy and natural resources

First shipment of extra diesel reserves bound for New Zealand

03 June 2026

The first of 2 shipments of New Zealand’s diesel reserve is now on its way to New Zealand.

Energy Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Budget 2026 initiatives support gas-using businesses

25 May 2026

A new loan guarantee scheme and changes to the Gas Act will help businesses and the sector adapt to changes in the gas market.

Energy and natural resources

Gas reserves decline to lowest level on record

14 May 2026

Annual petroleum reserves data released today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) shows as of 1 January 2026 New Zealand’s natural gas proven plus probable (2P) reserves declined 23% from last year to 731 petajoules (PJ), the lowest level since recording began 20 years ago, says Amapola Generosa, Domains Manager, MBIE.

Petroleum and minerals

Changes announced to Fuel Response Plan

12 May 2026

There are sufficient levels of fuel in New Zealand, and on the way. However, it is important we plan and prepare for the unlikely event of a prolonged global fuel shortage.

Energy Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Government agrees to regulate smart electric vehicle chargers

05 May 2026

New requirements for electric vehicle chargers supplied in New Zealand will help increase the uptake of smart electric vehicle charging across the country and reduce pressure on the electricity grid.

Energy

Fuel plan to protect economy amid disruption

27 March 2026

The Government has today released the Fuel Response Plan 2026 to respond to fuel supply uncertainty driven by the conflict in the Middle East.

Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Geothermal strategy released

17 March 2026

The Government has released a new national strategy to support the future development of geothermal energy.

Energy

Favourable hydro conditions see record high share of electricity generation from renewables

12 March 2026

From October to December 2025, New Zealand set a record high of 96.4% of electricity generation coming from renewable sources.

Energy Energy research and data Energy and natural resources

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