This page sets out the 2026/27 levy rates for the petroleum or engine fuel monitoring levy, and the gas safety, monitoring, and energy efficiency levy. It also explains how the levies are calculated and how the levy was broadened after consultation.
Funding was allocated through multiple funding rounds with the final set of projects announced in September 2023. The Fund is now closed.
In 2025 we amended the Energy Efficiency (Energy Using Products Regulations) 2002 to align the regulations with Australia.
In August 2020, the Government established a new fund to trial renewable energy technologies on Māori and public housing. Funding has been allocated and the majority of installations are expected to be complete by the end of 2024. This initiative is part of a suite of government initiatives to improve energy affordability and create warm, healthy and energy efficient homes.
The quality of engine fuels in New Zealand is governed by a set of regulations designed to protect consumers and the environment.
We have a central role in governing, monitoring and advising on the gas market to ensure that gas is delivered in a safe, efficient, fair, reliable and environmentally sustainable manner.
The Government has released a new national strategy to support the future development of geothermal energy.
Successfully capitalising on this unique opportunity will require coordinated action across government, industry, tāngata whenua and research communities.
From the Ground Up sets a long-term direction for the sustainable growth of New Zealand’s geothermal sector. This section unpacks the strategy’s vision and strategic outcomes.
A focused pathway to geothermal leadership and sustainable growth.
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