News and events
Calling for cross-party agreement amidst growing energy concerns
Leaders from the energy and resources sector have signed a joint letter urging political leaders to join forces on a critical issue: the future of New Zealand's energy.
Changes to tree regulations
We’ve been working with MBIE to try and progress changes to the tree regulations. It has released a targeted consultation to ENA (and through ENA our members).
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Study tour insights report
A contingent of 40 people completed the inaugural Electricity Networks Aotearoa (ENA) study tour from 18-22 March 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. The delegation was made up of lines company Chairs, CEs and GMs and staff from ENA.
First independent director appointment
We're delighted to announce the appointment of Gillian Blythe as our first independent director.
Gillian will officially join the Board in June.
Copper theft must stop
Right across Aotearoa, damage to power lines are being caused by thieves trying to get their hands on copper.
The risk is massive and the return is minimal.
New map highlights all EDB connection prices and policies
This new map highlights the connection prices for the 27 EDBs. It points to the full connection policies and includes a factsheet for each EDB highlighting important connection information and how charges are calculated.
New Zealand networks moving to meet EV boom
Many EDBs are working proactively with charge point operators to ensure there is sufficient infrastructure around the country to power the growth in EVs.
New Ministers welcomed
ENA congratulates Minister for Energy Simeon Brown and Associate Minster for Energy Shane Jones on their appointments. We welcome them to the energy sector, and look forward to a productive working relationship with them both.
First Powering Change newsletter
Powering Change – the multi-organisation initiative which is championing the energy sector's drive towards decarbonisation in New Zealand – has launched its first E-newsletter.
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