New Zealand is a member of the International Energy Agency (IEA) International Energy Programme. Membership of the IEA acts as “insurance” against disruption to international energy supplies.

Our 2017 consultations on energy-related issues.

Established in 2014, the Smart Grid Forum's new focus is to host lectures, workshops and panel discussions for the electricity industry.

We are working with the Ministry for the Environment and the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority to reduce emissions from the industry sector and process heat through energy efficiency and fuel switching.

This section provides information, resources and guidance on our functions which support building and construction, tenancy and housing and energy and natural resources.

Taiepa Tiketike: Passive Resistance to Climate Change at Parihaka is a project which recently received Gold Status for its partnered approach to research into sustainable energy opportunities for the community of Parihaka.