Energy
Government signs off $41m clean energy deal with Asian Development Bank
The government has committed $41 million to clean energy transition at the Asian Development Bank's Energy Transition Mechanism.
Kiwi company leads the charge in home energy technology
For 13 years, Christchurch company ArcActive has been developing a battery system for affordable home energy storage. Next month, the company is building its first factory and taking its lead-acid… Audio
Govt considers energy ratings for homes
The Government is considering mandatory energy ratings that show people how much a home might cost to run before they buy or rent it. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
'Devil in the details' when considering biofuels - Victoria University lecturer
The energy return on the energy invested must be weighed up, Dr Mike Joy says. Audio
Energy sector upgrades unaffordable, unachievable, trade association says
Major energy users say New Zealand needs to challenge current thinking on how best to meet carbon emission targets.
Solar power producer raises $6m for new solar farms
The community-scale farms will produce 18 megawatts of energy, enough to power nearly 4000 homes.
New 'green' freight hub developed in Auckland.
A unique new industrial complex is being built in Auckland with the environment in mind. It will involve low carbon concrete, rainwater harvesting and one of New Zealand's largest rooftop solar panel… Audio
Changing the charges on electricity
In the wake of a change in the way power bills are calculated, The Detail helps you understand the bottom line. Audio
Slash and unused wood could become biofuel in Northland
Northland's unused wood waste left over from felling and processing trees - including slash - could be transformed into biofuel and used for clean energy.
A report from the Energy Efficiency and… Audio
Going electric could save you thousands - report
"Because our fossil fuel prices are so high, electrification of households and businesses is now a smart, economic decision," a charity says. Audio
Dunedin council takes Aurora Energy proposal public
Selling the company would allow repayment of Aurora's forecast debt and create an investment fund for the remaining money, the mayor says.
Electric hydro-foiling ferry for employees' commute
Meridian Energy has chosen an electric hydro-foiling ferry to help cut emissions for its employees' daily commute.
A Kaipara waste to energy plant for Auckland moves closer
A proposed $730 million waste to energy incinerator to burn Auckland's rubbish could start building in two years.
Lack of foreign exchange remains the problem for PNG's Puma Energy
Nothing conclusive in accusation of money laundering levelled against Puma Energy. Audio
Nearly half a billion taxpayer dollars set aside to decommission Tui Oil Field
The Tui field was deserted in 2019 after the financial collapse of Tamarind Taranaki, leaving the Crown with the bill for its safe decommissioning.
Transpower to consult on future-proofing North and South Island power link
The Commerce Commission last month approved Transpower's near $400-million interim proposal to strengthen the national electricity grid.
Homegrown solar could be used to help nationwide energy shortages
A pilot using 10,000 homes with solar and battery storage showed that the technology can be used during peak demand periods over winter to plug the national grid supply. Audio
Vector and Chorus report drop in profit for six months ended December
The lines companies Vector and Chorus have reported a drop in first half net profit despite modest increases in top line revenue, with each looking to the Commerce Commission for a decision on…
Residents say solar farm will ruin 'rural outlook'
The solar farm could power 2400 houses once built. But residents in the quiet rural area are devastated it's going ahead without public consultation.
