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A win for Coromandel infrastructure
We're installing 164km of fibre around the Coromandel as part of a new project that will do more than deliver more reliable power for customers.
Updates
Our latest news and project updates. View projects-
Media releaseImportant safety notice - emergency reporting
Thursday, July 25, 2024 Please do not use apps like Snap Send Solve to report power and gas emergencies or hazards. Using these apps for urgent issues can delay our response and put people's safety at risk.View more
Media releasePortable battery units lowering emissions
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 Mobile SAPS featuring eye-catching artwork, are taking to the roads throughout our electricity network to help lower emissions.View more
Media releasePowerco secures first Climate Bonds Initiative-certified green loan
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 It's the first electricity distribution business in the country to execute a CBI-certified green loan under the scheme’s ‘Electrical Grids and Storage’ criteria.View more
Media releaseNew EV charging stations power up New Plymouth
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 More ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers are available on Powerco’s network.View more
Media releaseHelisaw trial a pine cutting success
Friday, July 05, 2024 Powerco is trialling an innovative approach to managing trees next to its power lines - using a tree-trimming saw suspended below a helicopter.View more
ProjectDelivering differently our Coromandel fibre project
Friday, April 12, 2024 Powerco is collaborating with Chorus to cost-effectively deliver a fibre optic cable project in the Coromandel Peninsula that will improve utility services to customers in the region.View more
Media releaseNew high voltage demand capacity map
Friday, July 05, 2024 Giving customers access to quality electricity network data is vital to empowering commercial and industrial businesses to decarbonise and enabling Aotearoa New Zealand to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, Powerco General Manager Customer Stuart Dickson says.View more
Media releaseBackup power to boost Coromandel community resilience
Friday, June 21, 2024 Two backup generators are being installed in Coromandel to power the township in the event of an outage and help support its electricity supply during busy holiday periods.View more
Media releaseSubstation artwork brightening Te Puke
Friday, May 31, 2024 An electricity substation bordering a popular Te Puke sports ground has been transformed into a work of art.View more
ProjectEltham gas main renewal
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 We’re replacing gas mains in Eltham, South Taranaki, from late May 2024 to ensure the gas supply continues to remain safe and reliable for customers.View more
Media releaseInjection plant fire in Greytown
Monday, June 10, 2024 The cause of a fire this morning at Powerco’s Greytown injection plant on Bidwills Cutting Road in Greytown is under investigation.View more
Media releaseSignificant upgrade for electricity network in Marton
Friday, May 17, 2024 Powerco is investing in the electricity network in Marton to ensure local homes and businesses continue to have the power they need now and in the future.View more
Media releaseNew forestry manager
Monday, May 06, 2024 With the growth in forestry and increased carbon planting across Aotearoa New Zealand it was time to have a dedicated person to work proactively with forestry owners and managers.View more
Media releaseTech trial aimed at boosting power line resilience
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 We're trialling new technology at 10 sites across our electricity network to work out how aeolian vibration affects power lines.View more
Media releasePowerco announces renewable natural gas development initiatives
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Powerco has announced two initiatives to investigate using biogas in its network.View moreNgā pou
The pillars of our work
We’re committed to balancing the needs of our people, communities, environment and business as we deliver energy to around 1.1m customers. Our five pou (pillars) guide us on our sustainability journey, representing the five focus areas of our work and the goals we want to achieve for each.
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Whirinaki
Ensuring reliable and resilient networks
Ensuring our networks are reliable and resilient now and into the future.
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Taiao
Contributing to a lower carbon world
Helping Aotearoa achieve our emissions targets by facilitating the use of low carbon technologies and energy sources.
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Hauora
Health and safety at our core
Keeping people safe around our networks and worksites is our priority.
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Manaaki tāngata
Supporting our people
Fostering a culture that empowers people to do their best, values diversity, and meets our future needs.
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Whakakotahitanga
Engaging with communities
Working with you to understand your needs and guide the decisions we make to deliver the best outcomes.
Lines down?
The likes of high winds, trees or car crashes can bring down power lines. We respond 24/7 to lines down incidents on our electricity network. Watch how we do this and what you should do in an emergency.