We are a kaitiaki of electricity
New Zealand's electricity regulator

News
View all newsPractice note on prevalent DUML non-compliances
We have published a practice note that examines three of the most common non-compliance issues found in distributed unmetered load databases.
New Zealanders get more choices for how we use, buy and sell electricity – and lower our power bills
New Zealanders will have more choices for how they use, buy and sell electricity – so they can lower their power bills – because of new market rules confirmed …
Better data to unlock better deals for consumers
The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko has published a proposal to make better data available to unlock better power deals for consumers.
Our projects
View all projectsEvolving 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.
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.
Data and insights
