Measures for transition to an expanded and highly renewable electricity system
MBIE previously consulted on whether there was a need for additional electricity market measures to support the energy transition. Consultation occurred between August and November 2023. A total of 80 submissions were received.
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The discussion document was published as part of a package of consultation documents on New Zealand’s energy transition – alongside the Gas Transition Plan Issues Paper, the Interim Hydrogen Roadmap, the implementation and design of a ban on new fossil-fuel baseload electricity generation, and Developing a Regulatory Framework for Offshore Renewable Energy. Summaries of submissions for the other consultations can be found on MBIE’s website.
We heard from a wide range of interested parties across academia, iwi, consumer groups, generators, retailers, electricity distribution businesses, trade associations and industrial users.
The summary of submissions contains an overall summary of the consultation feedback.
Read the summary of submissions report
Read the submissions(external link)
Next steps
The Government has developed an ongoing work programme to work with industries to respond to energy supply issues and establish a stable regulatory environment to enable investments that ensure security of supply. This programme includes the Electrify NZ programme, which focuses on removing barriers to investments in electrification and contributing to the goal of doubling renewable generation by 2050.
Further information on Electrify NZ:
Next steps on Electrifying New Zealand(external link) — Beehive.govt.nz