Energy
Renewable energy generation hits new high, gas at 46-year low
Abundant rainfall at the country's hydro lakes has led to record levels of renewable energy generation.
Explainer: Strategic oil reserves, a crisis cushion
Strategic oil reserves act as a cushion in case of economic shocks or disruptions - here is how and why they came about.
Oil prices rise despite record release of global backup reserves
The move to release oil stocks came as Iran said it was ready for a long war of attrition that would "destroy" the world economy.
NZ will release six days of fuel amid global concerns over supply
Energy Minister Shane Jones says New Zealand is obliged to contribute to the IEA's release. Audio
Ministers meet over NZ fuel stores and supply chain impacts
Senior ministers got together last night to discuss the country's fuel stores and supply chain impacts from the conflict in the Middle East. Minister Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Energy Agency proposes record release of emergency oil reserves
The International Energy Agency has proposed a record release of emergency oil reserves, in an attempt to stabilise the market. Correspondent Olly Barratt spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Think Big
As our government tries to fix NZ's energy crisis, and tensions in the Middle East rattle global energy markets, we look back at the oil shocks of the 1970s and how they reshaped New Zealand’s energy… Video, Audio
Could New Zealand really run out of oil?
Official figures show we have more than the 90 days of oil stocks required under our international obligations. Dulani Jayasuriya from the Auckland University Business School says those numbers… Audio
Diesel-reliant Chatham Islands brace for energy shock
The Chatham Islands, that rely heavily on diesel to power the island, are bracing for an energy shock. While some of the island is now powered by the Point Durham wind farm that opened in November… Audio
Oil market volatility hiking up fuel prices for airlines
Oil market volatility caused by war in the Middle East is already fueling price hikes beyond the petrol pump. Air Zealand raised its fares today and said if the conflict leads to continued elevated… Audio
'Rockets and feathers' effect: The phenomenon behind soaring gas prices
Do petrol prices rise faster when oil increases, than they fall when it drops?
Feature: Is it time to seriously consider nuclear energy?
Nuclear energy is having a moment. There are influencers on social media and platforms like YouTube explaining why they think nuclear energy is better than burning fossil fuels. Nuclear-free New… Audio
How Middle East conflict is affecting NZ oil prices
Gaspy's Mike Newton joins First Up to have a look at how international conflict is hitting us at the pump Audio
Oil prices surge as Middle East war stirs supply concerns
Hundreds of vessels are unable to travel through the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Clean energy group questions lack of solar support
A clean energy industry body is surprised that the government's chosen not to incentivise the uptake of solar panels. Gareth Williams of the Sustainable Energy Association spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Energy analyst on Iran's response to war affecting oil prices
Melissa Chan-Green talks with energy analyst Gaurav Sharma about the Iran war and impact on oil prices. Audio
Documents show solar support plan was shelved
Rooftop solar is one of the cheapest ways to cut power bills - yet internal documents show the government shelved a potential subsidy package and moved to prioritise imported gas instead. Kirsty… Audio
'A fuel which is under our control' - shifting from our reliance on gas and coal
With LNG on the way, The Detail looks at two possible fuel alternatives that could deal to New Zealand's reliance on gas and coal
How supercritical geothermal energy could change our future
With LNG on the way, The Detail looks at two possible fuel alternatives that could deal to New Zealand's reliance on gas and coal. Audio
Is it fair that prices rise as power companies bank profits?
Consumer NZ is asking how it is fair that power prices are rising at the same time as power companies are reporting large profits. Audio
