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World energy issues monitor | The World Energy Issues Monitor 2024 captures the perspectives of almost 1,800 energy leaders from more than 100 countries, providing a snapshot and insights of the global energy landscape. New Zealand is trending toward focusing on climate change adaptation, where previously effort was spent on mitigation. The report shows our understanding of the situation has evolved - a trend across other countries and regions too. "By working closer together with at least our closest neighbouring nations, we can achieve better outcomes both at home and abroad." Read more… | | | |
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Breakfast session on Germany's road to net zero | Today we were pleased to welcome a distinguished speaker, Dominik Schnichels, the Director General of the Trade Department in the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action. Dominik discussed the challenges Germany has faced as the country decarbonises and as Russia has switched off its gas supply, providing valuable insights into what the country has done to overcome this crisis and what needs to happen to meet its climate targets. A recording of the event will be on the BEC website soon.
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EECA released an approved list of recommended smart EV chargers to help inform consumers on the best chargers available. The list contains chargers that have met EECA’s technical specifications. All electric vehicle supply equipment (including EV chargers) are eligible for registration on the approved list, provided they meet the performance criteria outlined in the technical specification, and required information is provided. Read more... | | | |
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A new study into the impacts of an offshore wind industry in Aotearoa was released at the Offshore Renewable Energy Forum in Taranaki on the 20th March. Initiated by BlueFloat Energy & Elemental Group, and supported by a collaborative of co-funders, the PWC National Offshore Wind Energy Industry Study reveals that offshore wind will play a critical role in helping us meet our net zero targets, while contributing nearly $50 billion to GDP and creating 10,000 new jobs. Read more... | | | |
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YEPN - a call for mentors | Having sufficient mentors for our bi-monthly coffee catch-ups is undeniably vital for the success of this initiative. We currently have mentees but not enough mentors to match the demand, and we are calling on you or someone you know, both young or old with senior experience to participate as a mentor and meet bi-monthly with a randomly matched mentee. This provides an amazing opportunity for young professionals to connect with senior leaders. Sign up here... | | | |
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Prime Minister visits Red Phase | Z Energy’s (Z) EV charging partner, Red Phase, hosted the Prime Minister's headquarters in Napier last month to showcase their innovative EV Charging technology. Red Phase is a Kiwi startup creating pioneering technology that connects directly to the high voltage network and enhances grid capacity to enable ultra-fast, hub and heavy vehicle charging from 200kW to Megawatt scale. Their partnership with Z is bringing ultra-fast EV chargers to select Z service stations, with seven of their chargers already deployed. View the video here... | | | |
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Certified Energy has rebranded to BraveTrace | Certified Energy has rebranded to BraveTrace! The new brand is a call to be brave in taking voluntary action towards shaping a more renewable future for Aotearoa New Zealand. Core business is still the same and BraveTrace is still powered by the NZECS, but the way in which it is being used is expanding. If you're keen to know more, check out their new website here... | | | |
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Methanex's sustainability report | Methanex’s Sustainability Report outlines our commitment as the industry leader to set the highest standards for the industry, including how we protect and develop our people, minimise our impacts on the environment and contribute to our communities. Read more... | | | |
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The BusinessNZ Energy Council is currently working on the Electricity Authority’s submission on the future of the power system. The submission will focus on two sections worth discussing: network/grid planning and co-ordination and is currently out for feedback. Read submissions here... | | | |
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Plans for nuclear reactors worldwide | China has been able to approve ten new nuclear reactors each year. The nation has about 36 reactors under development, and will leap frog the US and France as the largest generators of nuclear energy. Only sixteen countries are building reactors, half of them from China. China is able to build reactors at a fraction of the cost of places like France and the US, according to BloombergNEF. That’s in part thanks to low lending rates from supportive state-owned banks. They also build them with the same design, allowing for a skilled work force and ready supply chain, reducing time and money. Read more ... | | | |
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Our stressed out power grid needs help | Financial Times report that Artificial intelligence is set to use 10 times more power by 2026 than it did last year. With grids already under strain, a disaster may unfold, Marietje Schaake of Stanford University’s Cyber Policy Center writes in the Financial Times. Some in the nuclear industry believe fusion will generate power for the grid at a viable cost in the 2030s. If they’re anywhere near right, we need to rethink all our energy assumptions, the UK’s Telegraph says.
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Offshore winds next big problem | Bloomberg reports that Offshore wind turbines are getting bigger, with some approaching the size of the Chrysler Building. Offshore turbine demand is poised to quintuple by the end of the decade. Ships capable of installing them are in growing demand, but the fleet isn’t expanding quickly enough. There are 15-20 ships, outside of China, that are able to install the large turbines. There needs to be 20 more in just the next several years to keep up with demand. This would require $15 billion in new ship building. Day rates have jumped from $200,000 in 2022 to $350,000 in 2023. | | | |
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Rekindling nuclear generation | Bloomberg reports Europe is trying to rekindle nuclear generation. Lead by France, 12 countries will join a first ever nuclear summit in Brussels. The summit is about catapulting atomic energy into the centre of the bloc’s industrial strategy and spark investment. Others are saying it is too late to meet their commitments. There is pushback against more nuclear. New nuclear is costly. The average capital cost is $9million a megawatt, three times as much as in China. The continent’s current nuclear reactors are living on ‘borrowed time’ and will need more investment.
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The impact of offshore wind energy in New Zealand | |
11 April 2024, PwC Wellington | |
Join the BEC and PwC as they take a closer look into the impact of offshore wind energy in New Zealand. PwC assessed the economic, social and environmental impact of a national offshore wind energy industry for New Zealand and have recently released the impact study report here. Key findings from the study will be presented by Aaron Webb of PwC followed by a panel to discuss these results. The audience will also have the opportunity to ask their questions. | |
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26th World Energy Congress | |
22-25 April 2024 Rotterdam, The Netherlands | |
The World Energy Council are thrilled to announce that discounted rates are available for registration to the 26th World Energy Congress! Don’t miss out on the chance to attend this impactful event where we’ll address the pressing challenge of energy. New discounted rates are now available. Did you know members get a discounted rate for the Congress? You can become part of the World Energy Council – as a member, by hosting a national Member Committee, or by becoming a partner. Get involved! The theme, Redesigning Energy for People and Planet, emphasises that there has never been a more important time for leadership in energy, for climate and human security, for promoting new energy actions in all regions which generate positive harmonies between people and planet, and for peace. | |
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Reducing Energy Hardship Conference: Building equity into our communities | |
20-21 May 2024 - Wharewaka Function Centre | |
Ara Ake, Community Energy Network and WISE Charitable Trust are excited to announce the 2024 Reducing Energy Hardship Conference. This event continues on from the successful 2023 Reducing Energy Hardship Conference, where 40 presenters discussed the state of energy hardship in Aotearoa New Zealand, both public and private initiatives, community energy concepts, and key innovations addressing critical problems hindering community energy implementation. Speakers highlighted key steps to address energy hardship, emphasising the shift from reactive to proactive solutions. The focus is on tackling root causes and promoting energy justice to mitigate, not just medicate, the issue. | |
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28 & 29 May - Christchurch Town Hall | |
The window is narrowing and the need to step up in reducing climate change has never been more severe or urgent. Whether referencing staying calm or holding on to the 1.5oC, we’ll be keeping cool. Of course, the coolest place to be at the end of May 2024 will be the Christchurch Town Hall. That’s when the experts, influencers and decision makers that will commission, design and deliver the projects that will take us to our 2030 and 2050 targets will be gathering in one place at the same time. It’s the best opportunity of the year to come together, exchange ideas and learn from each other, all in a relaxed and cool environment. Again for 2024, CEP are partnering with the Bioenergy Association so alternative, clean fuels are very firmly on the agenda again in 2024. | |
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1-6 July 2024 - Taupō Region | |
Co-hosted by the New Zealand Geothermal Association and Amplify (Taupō's economic development agency), NZ Geothermal Week will be held from 1st to 6th July in and around the Taupō region. The event programme will include workshops, networking events, field trips, and the NZGA's annual Winter Seminar. Further details will be announced shortly; in the meantime you can register your interest via the link below. | |
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30 Sept-4 Oct 2024 - Bella Centre, Copenhagen | |
The largest community of senior hydrogen professionals will convene in Copenhagen for a week of knowledge-sharing, innovation and networking with the ultimate goal of achieving a net-zero economy. The week includes the return of World Hydrogen Derivatives, World Hydrogen Intelligence Day and World Hydrogen Global Projects Summit, along with the 5th annual World Hydrogen Congress and to drive forward the transition of clean and sustainable energy. Get your Early Bird tickets via the link below. | |
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