New Zealand's renewable energy supply increased on 2023 levels, with strong growth in geothermal, solar, and wind energy. The renewable share of total primary energy supply increased, driven by both higher renewable output and reduced production of non-renewable energy sources. Additionally, the renewable share of consumption also increased compared to 2023.
The Fuel Industry Act 2020 was amended in 2023 to require fuel industry participants, who meet certain criteria, to keep a minimum amount of fuel on hand within New Zealand’s Exclusive Economic Zone.
Join our upcoming webinar for a programme‑wide update on the Science, Innovation & Technology system reforms, including the role and establishment of Research Funding New Zealand.
The Minister for Energy is proactively releasing the titles of documents received from MBIE.
The Minister for Regional Development is proactively releasing the titles of documents received from MBIE.
Titles of documents the Minister for Regional Development received from MBIE in 2023.
Titles of documents the Minister for Regional Development received from MBIE in 2025.
MBIE’s COVID-19 Research database gives visibility on how the sector is supporting the pandemic-related research undertaken by New Zealand’s research, science, and innovation sector.
MBIE’s database of extreme weather research to support response and recovery activities.
Insufficient maintenance of fuel infrastructure through the transition could impact security of supply.
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