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Research released on role of gas in a low-carbon economy
Given the vital role gas and its infrastructure play in the New Zealand economy, it is crucial to understand the options for gas in the changing policy environment.
Lightning hits Powerco network
A flurry of lightning strikes caused outages across the Powerco network this morning.
RFI: Transmission Alternatives for Hinuera Area
Powerco has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to provide electricity supply options for Putaruru, Tirau, part of Matamata, and surrounding areas as part of its project to improve reliability of supply to the area.