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    Explore the work we're doing to meet our strategic priorities.

    Strategic focus areas

    • Energy efficiency first
    • Empower energy users
    • Accelerate renewable energy
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    Learn how we can support you and your business

    Co-funding and support

    • For businesses
    • For large energy users
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    Our latest thinking on clean and clever energy.

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  • Focus areas
    • Energy efficiency first
    • Empower energy users
    • Accelerate renewable energy
  • Co-funding and support
    • For businesses
    • For large energy users
    • For the public sector
    • For individuals and communities
  • Regulations
    • Equipment Energy Efficiency
    • Vehicle Emissions and Energy Economy
    • Regulations under review
    • Emissions Plan Guidance
    • Voluntary Guidance
  • Insights
    • EECA Insights
    • Case studies and articles
    • Data tools
    • Energy in New Zealand
  • About
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    • Managing our emissions
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Energy in New Zealand

Energy is required in our day-to-day lives for things such as transport, to power businesses and run our homes. While most of our electricity comes from renewable sources, we are still heavily reliant on fossil fuels.

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  • The future of energy in New Zealand

    With diverse renewable energy options, our country is well-positioned to transition to a sustainable, low-emissions energy system.

  • New Zealand's energy-related emissions

    Learn where our greenhouse gas emissions come from, and how we can reduce emissions from energy use.

  • Renewable energy

    Learn about the renewable energy sources and carriers that New Zealand is reliant on, and that will play a role in our low-emissions future.

  • Demand flexibility — a smarter grid

    Effective demand management supports a more efficient and affordable electricity system.

How can we help?

We help businesses, public sector organisations and individuals to be energy efficient and move off fossil fuels.

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