New Zealand’s electricity market regulator
Working for an electricity system that benefits all New Zealanders
News
View all newsFuture security and resilience: building confidence in New Zealand's energy future
Most of us only think about electricity when it isn't there or when we receive a bill. We expect the lights to turn on when we flick a switch, our businesses …
Electricity Authority shines light on protections for medically dependent electricity consumers
Power companies must support customers who rely on electricity for medical reasons. The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko, is shining a light on this support …
Consultation on plug-in generation and distributed generation connection improvements
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is seeking feedback on how New Zealand's electricity regulatory framework can support emerging technologies and improve …
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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.
Network connections
Improving the efficiency of connecting to the distribution network and upgrading existing connections.
Code amendment omnibus
Consulting on amendments to the Electricity Industry Participation Code.
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.
