We are a kaitiaki of electricity
New Zealand's electricity regulator
News
View all newsProvider sought for centralised wind and solar forecasts
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is seeking proposals for a service provider of intermittent generation forecasts for wind and solar farms across New Zea…
Seeking feedback on 27 June 2024 under-frequency event
We are seeking feedback from generators, the grid owner and other participants who may be substantially affected by the under-frequency event of 27 June 2024.
Submissions sought on update to scarcity pricing settings
We are seeking feedback on proposed amendments to the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010 (Code) to update the scarcity pricing settings. This will be…
Our projects
View all projectsDistribution connection pricing reform
Improving connection pricing methodologies so they’re more efficient with greater consistency across distributors.
Future security and resilience
Ensuring our electricity system remains secure and resilient for New Zealand's low-emissions energy transition.
Improving the accuracy of intermittent generation forecasts
Improving the accuracy and frequency of intermittent generation forecasts in the spot market.
Industry
Setting and enforcing the Code
We set the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010 - the rules that govern nearly every aspect of New Zealand's electricity industry.
It's each industry participant’s responsibility to comply with industry regulations and the Code, but we're here to support and advise.
We monitor and enforce the rules so that participants operate on a level playing field and consumers are treated fairly.
