Energy
Claims Oil And Gas Exploration ban cost billions
The oil and gas industry group Pepanz, claims that right before government's ban on new offshore permits was introduced interest in oil and gas had begun to recover meaning that New Zealand… Audio
Power struggles - unfair sweeteners to switch back?
Small electricity retailers say their larger competitors are unfairly offering enticements to win customers back once they've switched. Nearly half a million power customers switched suppliers last… Audio
Woodchips used to pump CO2 into greenhouses
A new research project that's underway has the potential to give New Zealand's horticultural industry a big boost. Hot Lime Labs, through Callaghan Innovation, has created a way to use wood chips and… Audio
Call to end lubricant packaging waste
Getting rid of contaminated motor oil containers is set to get easier, for everyone from motor vehicle owners to big industry. Some of New Zealand's biggest lubricant brands have got together to… Audio
Sustainable housing: what can NZ learn from LA?
New Zealand's building standards are lagging behind other OECD countries, according to one of America's leading authorities on clean energy, sustainability and social innovation. Audio
Taranaki iwi open for business
With the end of offshore oil and gas exploration in sight and caps on dairy expansion on the cards, could Taranaki iwi be the fillip the province's ailing economy is looking for? The region's eight… Audio
Surge in electricity disconnections over unpaid bills
More people are having problems paying for power than three years ago, Consumer New Zealand has found.
The future of the electric grid in a carbon-free future
Transpower is preparing for major changes in the energy sector, from growing demand for renewable sources, to more households going off grid. Its latest report on the country's energy future - Te… Audio
Govt warned of 'chilling effect' over halting oil, gas permits
The government was warned by officials that if not handled well, its plan for future oil and gas exploration could have a "chilling effect" on investment.
'Rare earth' minerals potential for regions
Taupō and the West Coast have high prospects for "green minerals" used in electric vehicles and wind turbines, a new study has found.
Fuel prices hit record in Wellington, South Island
Fuel prices have hit record highs in parts of the country.
James & Robert Redford fuel clean energy movement
The US often gets a bad rap for its apparent addiction to fossil fuels, but behind the scenes much is happening in the renewable energy space. James Redford (Robert Redford's son) is the director of… Audio
Vector chair Stiassny quits after Entrust withdraws support
The long-serving chair of power lines company Vector is stepping down after losing the support of the company's major shareholder.
What's wrong with our petrol market?
Energy minister Megan Woods says the petrol market is not working for consumers, after meeting with BP executives over the company's pricing tactics. BP stands by its actions but the minister isn't… Audio
Petrol in Wellington region an 'oligopoly' - Dave Bodger
Despite a face-to-face meeting with BP executives on Thursday, the Minister of Energy Megan Woods has received no concessions yet from the oil company. Dr Woods told us this morning the oil company… Audio
What next for 'broken' petrol market? Megan Woods responds
BP denies it is cyncially manipulating petrol prices to boost its profits. The oil company was summoned to a meeting with the Minister of Energy Megan Woods yesterday to explain its pricing practices… Audio
Petrol market 'not working for consumers' - Megan Woods
After a "please explain" meeting with BP's New Zealand head, the government remains unconvinced motorist are getting a fair deal at the petrol pump. Energy Minister Megan Woods called the company to a… Audio
Energy Minister unconvinced motorists getting good petrol deal
After meeting with BP executives in the wake of a leaked email from the oil company about pricing, Megan Woods says she remains unconvinced that motorists are getting a good deal. Audio
Mercury to buyback up to 20m shares on-market for $50m
Power company Mercury is planning to spend as much as 50-million dollars to buyback up to 20-million shares on the market. Audio
How petrol prices compare in the regions
RNZ reporters traversed Nelson, New Plymouth and Whangarei for petrol, and found massive fluctuations just like in Otaki, where prices were 20 cents a litre higher than nearby towns. Video, Audio
