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Correction to consultation paper: reforming network pricing for distributed generation
The consultation paper that seeks feedback on proposed changes to the ‘distributed generation pricing principles’ has been updated to correct an error in Appen…
Feedback on joint regulators’ open letter to enable more efficient networks
We have published a summary of the feedback received on the open letter we issued with the Commerce Commission and Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority o…
Distributor directors: annual reporting deadlines
Distributors with a connected retailer or generator on their network, must have their directors complete several annual disclosure requirements under the Elect…
Eye on electricity: ASX futures price volatility
New Zealand has a highly renewable electricity system that uses hydro, geothermal, wind and solar generation. However, high levels of renewable generation cont…
Workshop registrations open: help us shape our flexibility work programme
We are developing a work programme focused on enabling flexibility across the electricity system and invite you to be involved.
Hedge disclosure certificates due by 30 June
Participants in the hedge market are required to submit an annual hedge disclosure certificate and must do so by 30 June 2026 under clause 13.230 of the El…
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Registrations open for our quarterly update on 21 April
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko invites you to our next quarterly update, on Tuesday 21 April 10.30-11.30am.
New rules encourage more solar to networks
More solar energy systems – big and small – will soon be able to supply more electricity to local networks, following decisions announced today by the Electric…
Case study: Submitting a material change audit
We have published a case study for industry participants who are required to provide material change audits. A material change audit is required when an indust…
Space weather and the power system
Space weather has the potential to cause significant disruption to New Zealand’s electricity system. While rare, severe solar storms that reach Earth may affec…
Feedback sought on common quality Code change proposals
We are seeking feedback on proposals aimed at addressing six common quality issues in the Code.
Consultation opens on improving prudential security arrangements
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is consulting on two proposed Code amendments to improve the efficiency of prudential security arrangements without incr…
Authority to begin competitive MOSP procurement process in June
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko plans to start a competitive procurement process for five Market Operation Service Provider services.
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Have your say: next stage of distributed generation pricing reform
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is inviting feedback on proposals to update the network pricing rules for rooftop solar, batteries, solar and wind farms and other distributed generation.
Upcoming consultation papers on battery energy storage systems and hybrids
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko will soon be seeking feedback on a package of papers to support the role battery energy storage systems and hybrids play in our power system.
Notification to incorporate the CACTIS into the Code
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is updating the information-related common quality requirements in the Electricity Industry Participation Code to help e…
Latest retail gross margin data published
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko has published the latest retail gross margin data for the 2024/25 financial year. The RGM is retailer revenue remainin…
Electricity Authority issues request for information on Value of Lost Load study
The Electricity Authority has issued a request for information to test market capability and interest in delivering an updated economic study of New Zealand’s …