Energy
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 29 July 2025
In today's episode, Labour's accusing the government of having more spin than a front load washer, over the cost of living; Retailers say the government's move to ban surcharges on PayWave and credit… Audio
Trump criticises wind turbines during Scotland visit
Donald Trump has criticised wind energy during his visit to Scotland. Massey University's Emeritus Professor of Sustainable Energy and Climate Mitigation Ralph Sims spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Solar, battteries could save billions in energy costs each year
Rewiring Aotearoa's Mike Casey addresses the myths about solar and battery power which still exist even at the highest levels in government Audio
BBQ gas bottle used to heat home in winter
A Taranaki family had to resort to hooking up a BBQ gas bottle to their home energy system or face going without heating as gas cylinder supplies dry up.
Taranaki mayors push for govt hydrogen help
Local leaders say Taranaki is the ideal home for a future hydrogen industry, if central government comes to the table. Audio
Power restored to thousands of properties in Porirua
The problem was fixed after an outage affecting about 5000 properties this morning.
Warriors match first major sports game to be mainly solar powered
The solar panels are estimated to cut the stadium's energy costs by $150,000 annually.
Energy reform has to go beyond cheaper off-peak power
The spotlight is again on New Zealand's energy sector, with a group of industry bodies and independent retailers pushing for a market overhaul.
The best way to run your heat pump
Running 24/7 or one short blast? Dr Gareth Gretton, a Lead Advisor at the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority joins Emile to settle the (relatively) age-old question. Audio
Connections to national power grid to be easier, faster
The focus will be on reducing cost and time for businesses.
Hundreds of properties without power in Northland due to gales
Of the 500 homes still without electricity, most are in the Kaipara Harbour Coastal settlement of Tinopai. Northpower chief operating officer Mike Gibbs spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Devastating rain brings silver lining for winter power supply
The rapid decline of hydro storage following a dry period at the start of the year have been reversed by recent heavy rain.
Big power retailers forced to offer cheaper off peak power
Big power retailers are being forced into offering cheaper prices in off peak hours. Meridian Energy chief customer officer Lisa Hannifin spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Big electricity retailers forced to lower off-peak power prices
The Electricity Authority has announced new rules for the retailers.
Can gas from food scraps fill an energy void?
Proponents of biogas say it has the potential to help fill the shortfall from declining gas fields in this country. Audio
Could a Kiwi company crack nuclear fusion?
The race to produce a new generation of clean energy is on, and one New Zealand company is in the running.
Electric Kiwi new move to encourage renewable energy projects
The small power retailer says it's a significant opportunity for New Zealand's renewable developers .
Soaring power prices spark call for urgent sector reform
The group's open letter to the Prime Minister calls for urgent reform of the energy sector as consumers, businesses struggle to keep the heat on and wholesale costs climb.
Almost 30,000 homes without electricity in Northland regain connection
Power was interrupted at 11.19pm on Friday.
How to keep your power bill down this winter
The price of electricity has gone up almost 9 percent in the past year and 20 percent of Kiwis are struggling with their bills. Audio
