Energy
Genesis looks to coal to shore up power supplies
Buying coal is back on Genesis Energy's agenda - it says it's necessary to ensure a backup of energy supply this winter and beyond amid a gas shortage. Audio
Genesis Energy to fire up coal imports, citing increased demand, dwindling gas supply
Genesis Energy is to resume importing coal, as reduced gas supplies and increased demand add to the problems of keeping the lights on. Audio
Genesis Energy to resume importing coal
Genesis Energy has announced on Wednesday morning it will resume importing coal, with gas supply falling faster than projected. Resource Minister Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Integrated solar and agricultural farm planned for Rangitīkei
The 40 megawatt-peak farm is expected to generate electricity for about 7800 homes.
Analysis shows self-service petrol stations drive prices down
More than a hundred unstaffed petrol stations have opened around the country over the past five years, bringing more competition with its cheaper fuel prices. Reporter Lucy Xia has more. Audio
Unstaffed petrol stations driving down prices
But the competition watchdog said self-serve stations run by supermarkets did not have the same effect.
Green hydrogen developments promise a lower carbon future
It's hoped a new GNS Science lab can crack open the door to cheaper green hydrogen production Audio
Green hydrogen developments promise a lower carbon future
It's hoped a new GNS Science lab can crack open the door to cheaper green hydrogen production
AudioGovernment 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
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.
AudioSlash 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.
