Energy
No compensation for Northland after pylon collapse, Transpower says
Transpower said they currently have no way to pay compensation after a Northland power pylon collapse left thousands without electricity in June, and that may be a question for the contractor at… Audio
Too many nuts removed from Northland power pylon - report
Human error caused the disastrous incident that cut power to tens of thousands of people in Northland and cost an estimated $60 million. The investigator's report says the inexperienced work crew… Audio
Two workers on Northland pylon site not properly trained
An investigation into the collapse of a pylon, that led to widespread power outages in Northland, has found that two workers on site hadn't been trained for the work they were doing. One of… Audio
Contractor error to blame for Northland power outage
An investigation into a Transpower pylon that toppled over in Northland in June, cutting power to most of the region, has found contractor error was to blame. Whangarei mayor Vince Cocurullo spoke to… Audio
Hydro storage lake levels lower than usual, Transpower says
Transpower says levels in hydro storage lakes are much lower than in previous years.
New Plymouth Airport solar farm ready for take off
The first phase of the project will see 14,400 solar panels installed generating enough power for 2000 homes for a year.
'Atomic bomb hell must never be repeated' - Japan's last survivors
Victims of the nuclear bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki believe their horrific past must act as a warning for the future.
'Real risk of electrocution' - Unlicensed sparkies on the rise, says ministry
Consumers are being warned to stay away from unlicensed sparkies and not attempt to DIY their own electrical work. Audio
Why Electric Kiwi is closing to new customers - and why it matters
It's hard to see how it could continue doing business, an expert says, and more retailers may hit similar trouble.
Tiwai Point aluminium smelter to cut back its power use
Meridian Energy has invoked a provision of its supply contract requiring the smelter to cut power usage.
Northland MP calls for year-long electricity discount in region
Grant McCallum wants the region-wide discount in compensation for June's blackout.
Govt draft emission plan will result in higher emissions
The Government is facing the heat over its draft Emission Reduction Plan - with climate experts saying it ignores decades of advice, places too much faith in technology that doesn't exist and will… Audio
NZ unlikely to meet long term emissons targets
The government today outlined how it plans to meet New Zealand's emissions goals after scrapping several Labour-era policies. However, the Draft Emissions Reduction Plan shows the country is on track… Audio
Consumer NZ responds to people driving out of town for cheaper fuel
Consumer NZ CEO Jon Duffy speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about people living in one region and driving to a nearby town to get petrol as it is cheaper and some advice to people dealing with this issue. Audio
Motorists travelling out of town to get cheaper fuel
Many motorists around the country said they're paying more for fuel than their nearby neighbouring towns, with some travelling out of their way to get better bang for their buck. There are three… Audio
Climate experts say govt policies are confused
A climate change and energy policy expert is describing the government's draft emissions reduction plan as confused and very light on detail. The plan lays out how the government will meet greenhouse… Audio
Climate experts say govt policies are confused
A climate change and energy policy expert is describing the government's draft emissions reduction plan as confused and very light on detail. The plan lays out how the government will meet greenhouse… Audio
Government considers rolling back insulation standards
The changes made last year were the first significant upgrades to minimum requirements for housing in more than a decade.
Dozens without power after bus hits power pole in central Otago
MetService reported Alexandra was the coldest place in the country, dropping to below minus two degrees overnight.
Coal boss says demand from steel sector will continue through to 2050
The boss of New Zealand's largest mining company said the role that coal plays in electricity generation is declining, but demand for the resource will remain for decades. Audio
