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This report describes options for the economic regulation of the gas transmission network to support the development of the Gas Transition Plan.
PDF, 1.6MB, 60 pages
This report provides an analysis of the potential role that liquefied natural gas imports and additional indigenous gas storage could play in the New Zealand energy sector.
PDF, 3.7MB, 83 pages
This report examines the settings for carbon capture and storage and makes recommendations for change and reform. It examines relevant law and policy relating to environmental management, the Exclusive Economic Zone, Crown minerals, and the Emissions Trading Scheme. It addresses legal questions concerning long-term liability for geological sequestration, property rights, and competitive behaviour.
PDF, 602KB, 66 pages
This report reviewed the carbon capture, utilisation and storage opportunities and reports on two potential candidates, the Maui and Kapuni gas fields in Taranaki, reviewing the technical and economic aspects of these projects.
PDF, 2.5MB, 48 pages
This NZ Battery Project report assesses the technical and commercial feasibility, and viability of integration and deployment by 2030, of the recommended 3 non-hydro technologies that may contribute to a dry year solution.
PDF, 6.6MB, 177 pages
This NZ Battery Project report provides a pre-feasibility assessment of 12 non-hydro technologies for contributing to a dry year solution, and recommends 3 for further investigation.
PDF, 5.2MB, 222 pages
A research report into the effectiveness of consumer protections in the electricity market for those experiencing financial hardship
PDF, 611KB, 58 pages
A research report into the impact of the Electricity Price Review recommendations on small electricity consumers
PDF, 1.2MB, 52 pages
Research into business motivations, development goals and barriers.
PDF, 669KB, 16 pages
Examines which analytical tools are suited to 'transformative change' - policies aimed at addressing challenges like climate change and involving changes to the economy's structure.
PDF, 906KB, 44 pages
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