We are a kaitiaki of electricity
New Zealand's electricity regulator
News
View all newsSeeking feedback on 14 January 2025 under-frequency event
We are seeking feedback from market participants who may have been substantially affected by an under-frequency event on 14 January 2025.
New dashboard tracks thermal fuels availability
We have created a new thermal fuel dashboard to track the availability of thermal fuel (gas, solid fuel and diesel) for electricity generation. The data will …
Prime Energy customers transferred to new retailers
All customers of defaulted retailer Prime Energy Ltd have transferred to another retailer. The small retailer had entered into a default on 2 May 2025.
Our projects
View all projectsFuture security and resilience
Ensuring our electricity system remains secure and resilient for New Zealand's low-emissions energy transition.
Meeting the future needs of New Zealanders
The electricity system in Aotearoa New Zealand is going through a significant transformation towards a more decentralised future.
Over-the-counter market
Improving the operation and efficiency of the over-the-counter market.
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.
Data and insights
