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This discussion document seeks feedback on whether current electricity market incentives are sufficient to ensure reliable supply in dry years, and whether additional measures are needed. It proposes a new obligation to give greater assurance that the sector faces enduring incentives to manage dry year risk effectively, and includes actions for implementation.
PDF, 2.6MB, 65 pages
Ipsos is conducting a survey of business operations on behalf of MBIE and Stats NZ. An MBIE webpage has been created to provide information about the survey to respondents. It also includes a copy of the questionnaire for respondents to view and download.
PDF, 721KB, 32 pages
Summary of the discussion document and consultation process.
PDF, 306KB, 2 pages
Submission document for responses to the consultation on a proposed reliability obligation to manage dry-year risk.
DOCX, 1.3MB, 7 pages
We are using LNG so that New Zealand can become a mostly renewal electricity system without outages, price spikes, or economic shocks along the way.
PDF, 477KB, 1 page
A dry year without gas becomes an economic crisis. Dry years already cause extreme electricity prices. In future, the consequences will be much more severe.
PDF, 401KB, 1 page
Fortnightly report to the Minister for Auckland for April 2026
PDF, 1.1MB, 31 pages
A number of safety and environment matters apply to LNG and its import facilities.
PDF, 269KB, 1 page
Cabinet paper seeking authorisation for submission of regulations to the Executive Council.
PDF, 411KB, 8 pages
Cabinet authorised the submission of regulations to the Executive Council.
PDF, 314KB, 3 pages
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