New Zealand’s electricity market regulator
Working for an electricity system that benefits all New Zealanders
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View all newsConsultation on plug-in generation and distributed generation connection improvements
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is seeking feedback on how New Zealand's electricity regulatory framework can support emerging technologies and improve …
Space weather exercise strengthens sector preparedness
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko has published the Industry Exercise 2026 key insights and recommendations report, summarising the outcomes of this year'…
A clear strategy for a more complex energy future
As a regulator, we have a critical role in shaping how New Zealand navigates the energy transition. The decisions we make now will influence not only the relia…
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Our projects
View all projectsDistribution connection pricing reform
Improving connection pricing methodologies so they’re more efficient with greater consistency across distributors.
Evolving multiple trading and switching
Modernising industry switching frameworks and processes.
Network connections
Improving the efficiency of connecting to the distribution network and upgrading existing connections.
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.
