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New Zealand's electricity regulator
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View all newsAuthority issues RFP for independent review of System Operator performance framework and value for money
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a provider to conduct an independent review of the System Operator. The rev…
New members appointed to the Electricity Authority Advisory Group
We’re pleased to announce the appointment of 7 new members to the Electricity Authority Advisory Group, following our recent call for nominations. The group pr…
Security and Reliability Council issues review of 2026 electricity year
The Security and Reliability Council has released its first Year in Review report, for the 12 months to June 2026. The Council is established under the Electri…
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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.
Future security and resilience
Ensuring our electricity system remains secure and resilient for New Zealand's low-emissions energy transition.
Improving consumer choice
Supporting consumer information, comparison and switching initiatives.
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.
