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New Zealand's electricity regulator
News
View all newsSubmissions published on frequency-related Code amendment proposals
We have published submissions on our proposal to amend Part 8 of the Code to address increased frequency variability in New Zealand’s power system.
New resources available as Consumer Care rules come into effect for winter
The Consumer Care Obligations came fully into force on 1 April, giving New Zealanders new rights as power consumers. These rules significantly increase the sup…
Deadline extended for submissions on 'Rewarding industrial demand flexibility' paper
We have extended the deadline for submissions on our issues and options paper Rewarding industrial demand flexibility by one week. The new deadline is 5pm on T…
Our projects
View all projectsEnergy Competition Task Force
Investigating actions to strengthen the performance of the electricity market for the benefit of all consumers.
Evolving multiple trading and switching
Introducing multiple traders at a property and an operational review of industry switching processes.
Future security and resilience
Ensuring our electricity system remains secure and resilient for New Zealand's low-emissions energy transition.
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
