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New Zealand's electricity regulator

News
View all newsGuidance for distributors to support security of supply
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko has created two quick reference guides to assist distributors with the process of submitting difference bids for control…
Power Innovation Pathway Day sparks collaboration on electricity innovation and regulation
The Electricity Authority brought innovators, regulators and industry under one roof this week for the Power Innovation Pathway Day. The event aimed to identif…
Investigations into alleged breaches by South Pacific Energy
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko has opened two investigations into alleged breaches of the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010 by South Pacific…
Our projects
View all projectsFuture security and resilience
Ensuring our electricity system remains secure and resilient for New Zealand's low-emissions energy transition.
Meeting the future needs of New Zealanders
The electricity system in Aotearoa New Zealand is going through a significant transformation towards a more decentralised future.
Over-the-counter market
Improving the operation and efficiency of the over-the-counter 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.
Data and insights
