Our strategy
Our purpose is to mobilise New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use.
Our desired outcome
A sustainable energy system that supports the prosperity and wellbeing of current and future generations.
Our strategic focus areas
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Energy efficiency first
By enabling energy users to access and implement energy efficiency, we can unlock substantial economic and environmental benefits.
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Empower energy users
Everyone benefits when people and businesses can manage their own energy usage and respond to electricity prices in real time.
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Accelerate renewable energy
Renewable energy enhances resilience, energy independence, and significantly reduces emissions.
How we make an impact
We use a combination of three important levers to overcome market barriers to clean and clever energy use, enabling it to happen faster and in a more coordinated way.
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Regulation
Of products, processes and systems.
Our regulations and standards mean New Zealanders have access to and are encouraged to use the best performing new products and technologies available internationally, including vehicles – for home, commercial and industrial use, saving money and energy.
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Information and motivation
To promote clean and clever energy choices.
We provide evidence-based information and motivation to New Zealanders and businesses to help them make informed clean and clever energy choices – lowering energy bills, improving productivity, and future-proofing for a clean and secure energy economy.
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Targeted investment and support
To demonstrate and scale up energy efficient technologies and renewable energy use.
We use our expertise to facilitate and catalyse targeted investment and support that addresses significant, evidenced market barriers for the adoption of clean and clever energy technology.