The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) says it’s encouraging to see long-term infrastructure planning from the Government, and agrees that more of the same simply won’t cut it.

The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) congratulates New Zealand’s successful appointees to the World Energy Council (WEC) future energy leaders’ programme ( FEL-100).

You’ll be aware that climate change is a key priority for this Government. It’s a threat to our economy, our environment and our everyday lives, so investing in a sustainable energy system will benefit us all, and see us better placed to deal with future shocks, especially as we accelerate our economic recovery from Covid-19.

Minister of Energy and Resources Dr Megan Woods yesterday fronted a speaking event arranged by the Business NZ Energy Council in what has in recent years become somewhat of a Speech from the Throne where the Minister lays out the Government’s energy portfolio thinking and priorities for the year ahead.

We are living through three incredibly disruptive global events at once.With a pandemic now its third year and the war in Ukraine dominating headlines, one could be forgiven for forgetting we are on the cusp of climate disaster.Each of these crises must be addressed, and where possible it makes sense to take steps that address more than one of these problems at the same time.For example, electrification and decarbonisation can not only fight climate change but can also reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels. And it can also be part of a Build Back Better or Green Deal programme that combines economic and environmental priorities.

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While global uncertainties continue to grow, new survey results show New Zealand energy leaders are focused is on managing climate change, with priorities on renewable energy and efficiency.

A first look into the Electricity Authority’s review of the wholesale electricity market suggests the market is not broken, BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) says.

The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) has welcomed the release of the discussion document for New Zealand’s draft emissions reduction plan, due for publication in May 2022.

An innovative app that opens up future energy scenarios has been nominated as a finalist in the Open Source Awards.