We're moving Aotearoa towards a sustainable energy system that supports the wellbeing of current and future generations.
Energy in New Zealand
About 40% of New Zealand's total greenhouse gas emissions come from our energy use.
The choices we make about how we use energy in our everyday lives and businesses have an impact. Our opportunity is to build out a strong and stable energy system by prioritising energy efficiency, energy conservation and the use of renewable energy sources.
With clean and clever energy we can achieve emissions reductions, lower energy costs, make our homes warmer and healthier, and contribute to a reliable and resilient grid.
What we're doing to create change
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Targeted investment across the energy system
When there are significant, evidenced market barriers to adopting clean energy and clever technologies, we use our expertise to target investment through co-funding mechanisms.
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Education and information for New Zealanders
We provide education and information to New Zealanders and businesses – resulting in cost savings, resilience, and emissions reduction.
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Regulation of products and technologies
We set standards and use regulations to ensure access to the best performing products and technologies. We provide evidence and insights to government to help develop energy-related policies.
News & updates
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Electrifying NZ's ageing household appliances represents an opportunity for homeowners and the energy system, says EECA
New research looks at the current levels of uptake of electric cooktops, heat pumps, hot water heat pumps, solar, EVs and smart chargers by owner occupier households in New Zealand.
8 May 2024
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Government to boost public EV charging network
Energy Minister Simeon Brown has announced that the public EV charging network will soon boast 25 new high-speed charging hubs along key routes between major urban centres and outlined the Government’s plan to supercharge New Zealand’s EV infrastructure.
30 Apr 2024
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Widespread use of smart EV chargers could save billions on grid infrastructure
Modelling by EECA (the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) shows widespread use of “smart” and energy-efficient EV chargers could save the country $4 billion by 2050.
28 Mar 2024
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Applications open for funding for clean off-road vehicles and technology projects
Applications for the latest round of the Low Emission Transport Fund (LETF) open from March 1.
1 Mar 2024
Latest EECA Insights
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Electrifying Aotearoa: The consumer perspective
New consumer research explores the status of household electrification among owner-occupiers in New Zealand.
- Electricity
- Products & appliances
- Market research
17 April 2024
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The impact of electric homes
A technical assessment of the energy, economic, and emissions opportunity when electrifying New Zealand households and garages.
- Electricity
- Electric vehicles
- Products & appliances
18 March 2024
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Residential smart EV chargers and demand flexibility
How smart charging technology can help manage electricity demand from EVs.
- Electric vehicles
- Smart charging
- EV charging
15 March 2024