Energy markets regulatory system’s fitness for purpose assessment
Learn more about the fitness-for-purpose assessment and ratings.
Learn more about the fitness-for-purpose assessment and ratings.
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.
The Government has released a new national strategy to support the future development of geothermal energy.
Successfully capitalising on this unique opportunity will require coordinated action across government, industry, tāngata whenua and research communities.
From the Ground Up sets a long-term direction for the sustainable growth of New Zealand’s geothermal sector. This section unpacks the strategy’s vision and strategic outcomes.
A focused pathway to geothermal leadership and sustainable growth.
New Zealand is the fifth largest geothermal power producer globally and our expertise has shaped projects around the globe. But our unique geology offers a world-class resource with significant untapped potential.
From October to December 2025, New Zealand set a record high of 96.4% of electricity generation coming from renewable sources.
On this page you can find the data tables for electricity generation and demand in New Zealand.
Fuel supply disruptions in New Zealand are coordinated by the Fuel Sector Coordinating Entity, using the response activities in the National Fuel Plan. International disruptions are coordinated through the International Energy Agency.
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