Petroleum and minerals regulatory system
This page describes the petroleum and minerals regulatory system, its objectives and our qualitative assessment of it. It also lists the main statutes and changes to regulation either planned or in progress.
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Gas regulatory framework
The gas market is governed by regulations and rules jointly developed by the Gas Industry Company and the government.
Gas supply and demand information
Natural gas underpins electricity supply security, supports a substantial petrochemical manufacturing sector and is used by many export industries. In addition, many households and businesses use gas for heating and cooking.
Gas security
Maintaining gas supply for all its current uses is vital to our energy security for the foreseeable future.
Fuel plan to protect economy amid disruption
The Government has today released the Fuel Response Plan 2026 to respond to fuel supply uncertainty driven by the conflict in the Middle East.
Duties, taxes and direct levies on motor fuels in New Zealand
This page has current national and regional duties, taxes and levies on motor fuels in New Zealand.
Fuel supply disruption response
MBIE is actively assessing the fuel security situation for New Zealand following the continuing events in the Middle East.
Fuel security response – briefings
MBIE is publishing its briefings provided to Ministers as part of the response on fuel security.
Geothermal Strategy
From the Ground Up: A strategy to unlock New Zealand's geothermal potential - March 2026
Minister’s foreword
New Zealand has long relied on the strength of the resources beneath our feet. Geothermal energy is one of those rare national advantages — dependable, innovative and capable of powering real economic momentum.