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Our electricity system is at a crossroads. Who will pay to keep the lights on, prices down and businesses running? Video / Alyse Wright, Michael Craig, Mark Mitchell

Genesis says no deal, no Rankine unit

The energy sector is coming to a crucial decision point.

The X Factor: Power pricing start-up secures $3m, signs first customer across the Tasman

Power industry insiders strike out on their own.

Stock Takes: The power company gaining the most from the big wet

Hydro storage in New Zealand is now above the long-run average, thanks to heavy rain.

NZ's LNG import plan could cost up to $1b, report reveals

Smaller LNG options would cost more per gigajoule but need less infrastructure.

Mercury inks long-term power deal to support NZ packaging giant

The deal will support Mercury to build more renewable power generation.

Genesis AI trial cuts energy use by 10% with smart hot water control

The trial involved 17,000 customers, shifting water heating to off-peak times.

'Actively exploring options': Genesis eyes new fast-start plant

Genesis plans a new fast-start plant at Huntly of up to 100MW by winter 2027.

'Change their footprint': Kiwi start-up's plan to shave $1200 a year off household power bills

Basis plans to install over 50,000 smart panels globally in the next 24 months.

ASB offers $150,000 interest-free loans for farm solar systems

Farmers could expect to get payback from as early as the sixth year of generation.

NZ's power system well-placed for winter - analyst

Lake levels are close to average, easing fears of a power shortage.

'A Swiss army knife': Genesis CEO extols new Huntly battery project

The project will boost the key station's flexibility, says chief executive Malcolm Johns.

'Essential back-up': Huntly battery to bolster NZ energy supply

Genesis is building a $150m battery at Huntly Power Station.

Why NZ's electricity market faces calls for major reform

Consumer NZ calls for separation of power firms' generation and retail roles.

NZAS to ramp up production early as hydro storage improves

Higher lake levels mean the smelter can ramp up production earlier than expected.

Seven sneaky ways to save power

Only heat the rooms you’re using to save around $300 a year on electric heating.

Morrison pockets $456m in fees as Infratil makes net loss of $261.3m

The NZSA says past changes make a fee more palatable but clearer disclosure's needed.

Power shift: How Meridian's $186m battery will influence energy market

Meridian's Ruakākā Bess is NZ's first large-scale grid battery storage system.