Natural gas is a naturally occurring mixture of gases, consisting mainly of methane, which can be extracted from the ground in a similar way to crude oil. New Zealand’s natural gas fields are concentrated around and off the coast of the Taranaki region.
Energy indicators are used to track and monitor different aspects of a country's energy system such as share of renewables in energy use, energy intensity, and self-sufficiency.
Comprehensive information on and analysis of New Zealand’s energy supply, demand and prices.
New Zealand’s energy production comes from both renewable and non-renewable sources. The energy balance tables are an international accounting framework, used to show how energy supply and demand by sector varies by energy type.
Domestic consumption of oil products remains steady, with declines in commercial sector use counteracting an increase in residential and agricultural use. International transport fuel use continues to increase as travel recovers from the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Natural gas production decreased in 2024 because of faster-than-expected natural field decline, most notably impacting industrial gas use. Forecast production indicates this will continue throughout the coming years.
Slips and a partial tunnel collapse disrupted both exports and production of coal in 2024. At the same time, coal imports increased as Genesis rebuilt its stockpile at the Huntly Power Station.
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.
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