Future operation of New Zealand's power system

Upcoming Open Closed Decision

View submissions Submissions closed 19 April 2024

Consultation

This consultation sought feedback from interested parties on the key drivers for change and the challenges and opportunities with power system operation in New Zealand over the coming decade and beyond.

New Zealand has committed to a target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 (excluding biogenic methane). Achieving this will require:

increased electrification of sectors of the economy, such as transport and industrial processes
meeting increased electricity demand with renewable electricity generation.

This will have a significant effect on power system operation. We want to hear your views on the potential challenges and opportunities that we have identified in our consultation paper, and any others you consider important.

Thank you to those who made submissions on this consultation. We are now carefully considering the feedback received and the appropriate next steps.

Webinar

We ran a webinar on 27 February about this consultation - the drivers for change, possible challenges and opportunities ahead, and how you can have your say. If you missed the webinar, watch a recording below.

You can view the webinar slides and questions and answers.

We are available for individual and group briefings, please contact FSR@ea.govt.nz to arrange.