Proposals to expand the permitted voltage range for electrical supply
The Government is considering modernising the voltage range allowed in regulations for the supply of electricity to support more rooftop solar panels and reduce electricity costs.
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Energy markets regulatory system
This page describes the energy markets regulatory system and its objectives. It also lists the main statutes and changes to regulation either planned or in progress.
Electricity Demand and Generation Scenarios (EDGS)
EDGS explores potential future electricity demand, and the generation capacity needed to meet that demand, out to 2050.
Strengthened fuel reserves to help support economic stability
The Government has announced that New Zealand’s fuel resilience is being strengthened to ensure people and goods keep moving and connected to the world in case of disruptions.
Options for improving our diesel resilience
The Government seeks your feedback on options for increasing New Zealand’s diesel reserves.
Background
In August 2023, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) opened public consultation on the Measures for transition to an expanded and highly renewable electricity system discussion document.
Summary of submissions: Implementing a ban on new fossil-fuel baseload electricity generation
Summary of key themes from the submissions received on the implementing a ban on new fossil-fuel baseload electricity generation discussion document.
Crown Minerals Act Amendment Bill introduced
Legislation reinstating petroleum exploration has been introduced by the Coalition Government.
Seeking feedback on applying the consumer data right to banking and electricity
The government is progressing the development of a ‘consumer data right’ to give individuals and businesses greater choice and control over their data. This is done through the Customer and Product Data Bill, which has been introduced to Parliament and is now before the Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee.
Weekly fuel price monitoring
We carry out weekly monitoring of national average prices and retail importer margins for regular petrol, premium petrol, and diesel. This data is updated weekly, using the previous week's data.