New Zealand’s government has reviewed the electricity sector frequently since the 1970s and significant changes have been made to develop the sector’s performance.

In the 1980s, the sector was partially privatised to improve competition, and a light-handed regulatory regime was developed. These changes were desperately needed in a moribund...

Oil and gas will remain a key part of the global energy mix for decades to come if the world is to improve access to energy for a growing population and at the same time reduce emissions, BP group chief economist Spencer Dale says.

Modelling by the firm shows...

The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) welcomes the release of the Electricity Price Review Panel’s report (the ‘EPR’ report) and the Government’s response to it, but work is needed.

BEC supports a more competitive electricity market that delivers improved outcomes for all Kiwis.

The 13-month review investigated concerns about...

New Zealand is the only non-EU country to consistently rank in the global top 10 for balancing sustainability, affordability and security in energy

This result is testament to a well-functioning energy market, strong policies and active efforts in the energy transition.

The World Energy Council's Energy Trilemma Index ranks...