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New Zealand Energy Strategy


New Zealand, like the rest of the world, faces two major energy challenges. The first is to respond to the risks of climate change by reducing the greenhouse gases caused by the production and use of energy. The second is to deliver clean, secure, affordable energy while treating the environment responsibly.

The New Zealand Energy Strategy to 2050 clearly sets out the government's vision and an action plan to make that vision a reality. That vision is for a reliable and resilient system delivering New Zealand sustainable, low emissions energy services, through:

  • Providing clear direction on the future of New Zealand’s energy system
  • Utilising markets and focused regulation to securely deliver energy services at competitive prices
  • Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including through an emissions trading scheme
  • Maximising the contribution of cost-effective energy efficiency and conservation of energy
  • Maximising the contribution of cost-effective renewable energy resources while safeguarding our environment
  • Promoting early adoption of environmentally sustainable energy technologies
  • Supporting consumers through the transition.

The New Zealand Energy Strategy is an important part of a package of initiatives the government is introducing to advance sustainability and economic transformation, and to help New Zealand respond to climate change [link to CC website].

The development of the New Zealand Energy Strategy has involved the help of dozens of organisations, associations, interest groups and individuals. These contributions have been invaluable in developing New Zealand’s future energy path and generating the best possible energy strategy for New Zealand. A summary report of submissions received on the draft energy strategy is available.

Email: nzes@med.govt.nz

Note: From 12 October 2007 a series of supporting documents to the New Zealand Energy Strategy will be published to this website.

  • Publications
    Copies of the New Zealand Energy Strategy and related documents and papers.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
    Information on engagement opportunities on the New Zealand Energy Strategy and the New Zealand Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy.
  • Past Consultation
    Stakeholder engagement on the Draft New Zealand Energy Strategy.
  • Terms of Reference  [ Published 04 July 2006 ]
    Terms of reference for the New Zealand Energy Strategy.
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Frequently asked questions on the New Zealand Energy Strategy and related processes.
  • Media Statements and Speeches
    Media statements related to the development of the New Zealand Energy Strategy.
  • Cabinet Documents
    Cabinet papers and minutes related to the New Zealand Energy Strategy.
  • Presentations
    Presentations made on the draft New Zealand Energy Strategy and related documents.
  • Climate Change Solutions
    The New Zealand Energy Strategy is an important part of a package of initiatives the government is introducing to advance sustainability and economic transformation, and to help New Zealand respond to climate change.
  • Sustainable Development Programme of Action
    Released in January 2003, the Sustainable Development Programme of Action has informed development of the New Zealand Energy Strategy.
  • Publications Requests
    Request hard copies of the New Zealand Energy Strategy. Hard copies of the New Zealand Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority can be ordered from www.eeca.govt.nz.
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