We are a kaitiaki of electricity

New Zealand's electricity regulator

Joint open letter calls for efficient solutions to growing networks

Electricity sector regulators are calling for distributors to actively consider non-network solutions and support their use where they improve network efficien…

Are ASX futures prices too high?

In the New Zealand wholesale electricity market, participants can buy and sell hedges as a possible method of managing risk caused by spot price volatility.

Authority notes decision on South Pacific Energy Limited

The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko acknowledges a Rulings Panel decision published today which fined electricity retailer South Pacific Energy Limited $88,…

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Code amendment omnibus

Consulting on amendments to the Electricity Industry Participation Code.

Code review programme

Code review programmes address various themes or issues that arise in the Code.

Commercial market making

Making the electricity futures market more efficient.

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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.

About the Code