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Stage set for New Zealand’s landmark energy strategy

21 October 2022

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has published the terms of reference for the New Zealand Energy Strategy, setting out government ambitions and next steps for transitioning the energy system to a high performing, low emissions future.

Energy Energy and natural resources

Energy data shows continued growth in renewables

08 September 2022

The renewable share of electricity generation continues to grow, according to data published today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.

Energy Energy research and data Energy and natural resources

New round of Māori housing fund sees a boost in solar tech, cost savings

01 September 2022

16 small scale solar projects, receiving a total of $3 million in government funding today, will deliver cost savings and clean, affordable and locally generated power for 150 Māori households.

Energy Housing and urban development Energy and natural resources

Energy in New Zealand 2022 shows a strong share of renewable energy

18 August 2022

The share of energy supply from renewables is at a record 30-year high, an annual Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) report into the energy sector shows.

Energy

Government clean energy fund to slash power bills for more Māori and public homes

24 March 2022

Hundreds more households living in Māori and public homes are set to benefit from locally generated, clean power under the government fund set up to trial small-scale renewable energy projects.

Energy

Consultation opens on onshore fuel stockholding levels

17 January 2022

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has today opened consultation on a proposed requirement for a minimum onshore fuel stockholding level and the options for how it can be achieved.

Energy Energy and natural resources

Renewable electricity generation bounces back

09 December 2021

The share of electricity generated from renewable sources recovered in the third quarter of 2021 after hydro generation returned to normal levels and new wind farms started producing power, according to data published today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.

Energy Energy research and data Energy and natural resources

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