New voltage limits good for consumers
The Government has announced it will expand the statutory low voltage range from 230 volts ±6% to ±10%. This 4% difference can help clear the way for more rooftop solar, greater exporting limits, and ...
Fewer chargers, smarter spending: ENA challenges EV target numbers
New research shows the South Island is already well on the way to meeting public EV journey charging needs for 2030 — but a smart, targeted approach is essential to avoid unnecessary spending.
New report: potential DSO models for Aotearoa.
It sets out possible paths for how DSO could evolve here in Aotearoa and raises the key questions we’ll all need to grapple with as DER (like EV chargers, batteries and solar) continue to take off.
Updated tree regulations a win for power reliability and cost
Long-awaited changes to outdated tree regulations will help keep the power on and reduce costs for consumers, following an announcement by Minister Watts.
How many more trees need to fall on power lines before the rules change?
Cyclone Tam left over 40,000 people in Northland and Auckland without power. It's yet another wake-up call to fix New Zealand’s outdated tree regulations — before more people are left in the dark.
Lines companies continue support to keep power bills down
The $1 million per year Power Credit Scheme has now been extended through to 2032, with continued contributions from lines companies and retailers.
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards
The annual New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards provide an opportunity to recognise excellence and achievement across the energy sector. This is the industry's premier black-tie gala event.
13 August 2025
FNF Innovation Forum: save the date
The next two-day event forum will take place on 11-12 Nov 2025
11-12 Nov 2025
NZ Power Summit 2025 — Shaping New Zealand’s Energy Future
Crowne Plaza, Auckland
18-19 November 2025
Submissions
We analyse, research, engage and put our thoughts and recommendations forward to agencies. We do this so that the electricity distribution sector has the right regulation and policies in place to deliver reliable, sustainable and affordable electricity to all New Zealanders.
view allFibre IM review issues paper – tranche 1
Submission to the Commerce Commission focused on the Commission’s proposal to review the methodology for the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) across both Part 4 and Part 6. ENA continues to rec...
7 August 2025
Joint letter to the Commerce Commission — part of the fibre IM review consultation process
As a collective of businesses, industry associations and consumer representatives, we write a joint letter to the Commerce Commission as part of the consultation process for the Fibre IM Review issues...
7 August 2025
Connection pricing code drafting
ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about the proposed connection pricing code drafting. The submission includes recommendations for connection charge reconciliation and pioneer scheme policie...
1 August 2025
Supporting the uptake of smart electric vehicle charging
ENA submission to the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment about supporting the uptake of smart electric vehicle charging. The submission discusses the need for smart functionality in EV c...
1 August 2025
Roadmap for battery energy storage systems
ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about the regulatory roadmap for battery energy storage systems (BESS). The submission discusses the need for fair treatment of BESS in the connection proce...
31 July 2025
Evolving multiple retailing and switching
ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about evolving multiple retailing and switching proposals. The submission focuses on concerns related to multiple trading relationships and the risks posed ...
29 July 2025
Publications
Here you'll find all our publications like research, resources and annual reports.
view allSouth Island EV journey charging
Alongside South Island EDBs, we engaged DETA Consulting to forecast demand and potential sites for EV journey charges in the South Island. At a maximum – only around 107 additional 50kW journey charge...
26 May 2025
Potential Distribution System Operation (DSO) models for Aotearoa.
With the Future Networks Forum, we've commissioned a report that explores potential Distribution System Operation (DSO) models for Aotearoa. It sets out possible paths for how DSO could evolve here an...
7 May 2025
Briefing the the incoming Energy Minister Simon Watts
The Briefing the Incoming Minister (BIM) outlines key strategic opportunities and issues facing the electricity distribution sector here in Aotearoa.
19 February 2025
Glossary for the electricity sector
There are a huge number of acronyms and terms used in the electricity sector. This glossary outlines many of the terms regarding electricity connections and electricity pricing.
29 January 2025
Cost of working in the road corridor for lines companies
This report was commissioned by ENA and undertaken by BECA. It looks at the rising costs of Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) for lines companies in New Zealand. The data highlights that, on average,...
4 December 2024
ENA annual report 2024
This annual report summarises our mahi and impact between 1 August 2023 - 31 July 2024.
1 October 2024