Energy
Green Party's new clean power policy is affordable, Shaw says
Green Party co-leader James Shaw is adamant that its new clean power policy to cover the cost of installing solar panels and making energy efficient upgrades to households is affordable. Audio
Electricity Authority guidelines should consider personal circumstances - financial mentor
Addressing power inequity with a one-size-fits-all set of guidelines does not work for all cases, a financial mentor says.
Calls for developing renewable gas sector to reassure consumers
A gas industry player is promoting the development of a renewable gas sector as part of the mix of energy options available to reduce carbon emissions.
Power supply tight after freezing night, Transpower says
Transpower had put out a notice warning power companies they may be unable to meet demand if there are any unexpected failures in the North Island between 7.30am and 9am on Friday. Audio
10 ways NZ can be strategic about addressing climate change threats
Given New Zealand's isolation and reliance on exports and tourism, the country remains vulnerable to climate change impacts and carbon pricing designed to help cut emissions.
'Specifics will matter a lot': Cautious optimism over BlackRock deal
A climate policy expert says there are always some risks around large infrastructure investments, but moving to 100 percent renewable electricity is a great idea. Audio
Govt renewable energy deal not a game changer, expert says
A leading energy research analyst doesn't think the government's team-up with investment company Blackrock will be 'game changer'.
The deal will launch a $2 billion dollar climate infrastructure fund… Audio
Govt and BlackRock aiming at 100% clean energy: What is BlackRock?
Analysis - BlackRock is setting up a $2 billion fund with the government to invest in green energy - but what is BlackRock?
US scientists repeat nuclear fusion breakthrough, increase power output
US scientists have achieved net energy gain in a fusion reaction for the second time since December.
Government refers wind and solar projects for fast-track consenting
Wind farm projects in Southland, south of Auckland and Manawatū are being fast-tracked through consenting, the government has announced.
Contact Energy to replace Taupō geothermal stations
Contact Energy is taking the next steps to replace the 1950s-built Wairākei A and B geothermal power stations in Taupō with a new station at Te Mihi.
In debt, and in the dark
A Wellington mum couldn't afford to pay her power. She was cut off, then the company added an extra fee to her bill.
Government's green investment bank adds $15m to solar project
The state-owned investment bank Green Investment Finance is lending $15 million to solar power company Lodestone Energy to speed up development of its five planned solar farms.
Consumer defending contract to manage power switching
Consumer is defending its contract to manage power switching, which it says is going really well.
Consumer has the sole contract worth $1.4 million dollars a year from the Electricity Authority to do… Audio
Government partners with Fonterra to cut coal use and halve manufacturing emissions
Fonterra says the government's $90 million contribution to cut emissions in the dairy sector will help the company to achieve its ambition to be net zero by 2050.
Inside the nuclear fusion reactor ITER
Nuclear fusion is a holy grail for researchers seeking clean energy. This week we head to the south of France with ABC science journalist Carl Smith in this episode from the Strange Frontiers… Audio
Power comparison company 'unhappy' website contract not put to open market
Power Compare, a power comparison website, has criticised the Electricity Authority for not doing enough to lower energy costs for New Zealand consumers.
Power-switching competition looms
A business that aims to help New Zealanders save money by comparing different prices has its eye on the electricity market.
Consumer New Zealand has the current contract, worth $2.8 million, to… Audio
EV charging networks team up for single app to cover multiple providers
Three players in the electric vehicle charging network are co-operating to streamline charging from Cape Reinga to Bluff.
Alan Finkel on a green energy future and what it'll take to get there
Should we be investing in solar, wind, hydrogen or nuclear power? Carbon offsets or carbon credits? Alan Finkel was former Australian Chief Scientist from 2016 to 2020 he led the review of Australia's… Audio
