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Genesis Energy says power shortage cost it $59 million
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Genesis beefs up coal supply to avoid another power price spike
Genesis Energy has bolstered its coal supply to avoid another power shortage.
Power companies look at extending Huntly’s lifespan
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Meridian's solar farm in Northland gets go-ahead with wetland protections
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ComCom cold on Contact Energy's proposed Manawa takeover
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