Electricity Generation
[ Last Updated 22 June 2007 ]
New Zealand electricity is mostly generated from hydro, gas, coal and geothermal powerstations. Recently there has been an increase in the development of wind generation, as New Zealand looks to use more sustainable resources in electricity generation.
Power stations generate electricity which is then transmitted through high voltage transmission lines. These lines make up a network which is known as the National Grid.
New Zealand has approximately 40 power stations located throughout the country. These stations are owned by the following main generator companies who compete to supply electricity to retailers.
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