There are many underlying, and often complex, causes of energy hardship and any solution will need to address these issues across a number of fronts.
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The Government is asking for public input as part of its goal of ensuring Aotearoa’s transition to a low emissions future is fair and inclusive for all New Zealanders.
The renewable share of electricity generation continues to grow, according to data published today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We are consulting on the draft replacement New Zealand Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy (NZEECS).
This consultation seeks feedback on expanding the purpose of an existing energy levy.
This discussion paper provides the basis for public consultation on the proposed fee options for permitted petroleum and minerals activity. The proposals outlined in this document are preliminary only and are subject to change. The closing date for submissions is midday, Friday, 12 August 2016.