The Smarter Smart Energy Meter

The Smarter Smart Energy Meter

Investment in energy monitoring has traditionally been dominated by lengthy CAPEX discussions and the technical specifications of proposed monitoring infrastructure which means spending more cash to find out where cost savings might be made. Little thought was ever...
The Fossil Future of Thermal Generation

The Fossil Future of Thermal Generation

The calls for a 100% renewable energy market in NZ are often met with large amounts of criticism, “We are 85% renewable already”, “Thermal back up is required for periods of drought and low wind”, “Going 100% renewable will only increase...
Utilising Energy for Competitive Advantage

Utilising Energy for Competitive Advantage

For many businesses, energy can make up a large portion of the cost of doing business however in many cases it is not subjected the same level of scrutiny that other expense areas do. Often getting a better price through procurement is seen as good enough or all that...
New Standard in Energy Contracts

New Standard in Energy Contracts

Unfair contract terms provisions were introduced in March 2015 as part of changes to the Fair Trading Act. The provisions are designed to protect consumers from contract terms that create a significant imbalance of rights or obligations between the company and the...