The Ultimate Guide to Power / Energy
A curated Kiwi edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Power / Energy.
What to know about Power / Energy
Power and energy are fundamental to the operation and advancement of modern technology and industry. This tag explores a wide range of topics, from renewable and green energy innovations to critical infrastructure like data centers and uninterruptible power systems (UPS). Understanding the latest developments in power management, sustainable energy solutions, and the challenges posed by increasing data demands is essential for businesses and technology professionals aiming to optimize efficiency and ensure continuity.
Readers will find insightful stories on cutting-edge power protection technologies, energy-efficient data center designs, advancements in battery storage, and the integration of AI and IoT in managing energy resources. Topics also cover large-scale renewable projects, the rise of sustainable microgrids, and the evolving landscape of energy security in the face of cyber threats and climate concerns. Engaging with these resources can help stakeholders adapt to emerging trends, reduce environmental impact, and capitalize on opportunities within the dynamic energy sector.
Kiwi Power / Energy News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Just how expensive could it be if we get electricity demand wrong
Miscalculating AI-driven power demand could leave ratepayers funding stranded assets or, worse, expose households to blackouts and higher bills.
Calder Stewart to spend $110 million on rooftop solar
The rollout could cut power costs for manufacturers and logistics firms as rooftop generation shields them from rising network charges.
Fiji resorts cut diesel use with solar & batteries
Electricity costs at three Yasawa Islands resorts are set to fall as off-grid solar cuts diesel use by about half next year.
Blind spots to benchmarks: How AoFrio INSIDE gives beverage brands control over cooling emissions
Connected coolers could help beverage brands cut emissions by up to 68% while replacing guesswork with real-world energy data.
Genesis goes live with Workday in finance overhaul
The new platform should improve reporting and data access across Genesis's operations as it pushes a wider finance transformation and energy transition.
New Zealand businesses ramp up AI & automation push
Pressure to lift margins is pushing New Zealand firms to target AI and automation at energy use, reporting and admin tasks.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Power / Energy
CFOs can win by deploying AI strategically, Gartner says
Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
Maisa named as one of Gartner's global Set Diamonds
Understanding the value of virtual power plants as grid resources
Salience Labs debuts all-optical switch for AI hubs
Expert Columns
Energy for AI, AI for energy: designing AI-ready data centres
The real-time data solution to the AI energy problem
The next challenge for our energy transition is coordination
Biznet Gio scales cloud performance for AI era with AMD
The hidden role of integrated systems in meeting ESG goals
How resilient currency infrastructure supports access and trust
The 5 trends that will shape the scale of AI in 2026
The energy transition will stall without women in tech
AI's rising energy demands put climate pledges at risk
International Women's Day: Why data sovereignty demands stronger leadership
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Power / Energy News
Gentrack buys Factor in NZ$24m energy software deal
Rising pricing complexity in volatile power markets has pushed retailers towards software that can model tariffs more accurately.
The dream of fusion edges closer to reality with million dollar boost
US funding could help fusion startups move faster, after prior support drew USD $1.5 billion in private investment and new reactor ideas.
New Zealand firms seek energy certainty to boost investment
Energy uncertainty is delaying spending, with 39 per cent of firms postponing expansion plans as costs and supply stay volatile.
Genesis Energy completes four-month systems overhaul
Thousands of Genesis Energy customers should see faster billing and better service after a compressed four-month overhaul of core systems.
2026 Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology
More than 210,000 trade visitors attended the Guangzhou fair, where exhibitors secured deals in home automation, energy management and smart power systems.
2026 World Battery & Energy Storage Industry Expo in China
The Guangzhou event aims to draw thousands of overseas buyers, giving battery firms a bigger route into global trade and supply chains.
Billy website to help New Zealand households compare power
Households facing rising power bills can now compare plans through a free, commission-free government site using data from 27,000 homes.
Digital twin cuts costs & emissions at Te Rua archive
The archive’s digital model kept contingency spending at 5% and helped slash emissions by 80%, easing risk on NZD $290 million project.
One NZ adds rooftop solar to power Christchurch data
One NZ installs its first major rooftop solar array to help power a Christchurch data centre and nearby stadium mobile coverage site.
NZ Safety Blackwoods opens automated Drury distribution hub
NZ Safety Blackwoods opens automated Drury hub, consolidating five centres into one high-speed, solar-backed national distribution site.
Datagrid signs 140MW deal to power Southland AI campus
Datagrid strikes 140MW, 15-year power deal with Mercury to anchor a renewable AI data centre campus planned for Southland by 2028.
New Zealand Loyalty Association launches with national study
New Zealand Loyalty Association debuts to unite brands and launches nation's most comprehensive loyalty study ahead of 2026 summit.
Limited role for expensive green green hydrogen in net zero chase
Electrification is set to do most of the work, with modelling showing green hydrogen may supply only 12 per cent of industrial heat by 2050.
The hidden role of integrated systems in meeting ESG goals
Integrated security systems are quietly becoming ESG powerhouses, slashing energy use, waste and risks across global supply chains.
The 5 trends that will shape the scale of AI in 2026
AI's 2026 breakthrough will hinge on power, cooling, smarter grids and skills as data centres scale to support hotter, denser workloads.
2degrees, Bunnings team up on tradie telco, energy deals
2degrees and Bunnings Trade join forces to offer PowerPass tradies discounted mobile, broadband and electricity deals across New Zealand.
International Women's Day: Why data sovereignty demands stronger leadership
As cloud use surges, New Zealand leaders face rising data sovereignty risks demanding clearer oversight, accountability and diverse leadership.
AoFrio hits record revenue as EBITDA jumps 40 percent
AoFrio posts record NZD $83.2 million revenue as EBITDA jumps 40%, but tariff headwinds leave sales short of guidance for the year.
TenPeaks launches NZ data centre group after Spark carve-out
Newly carved-out TenPeaks launches in New Zealand with 11 data centres and plans NZD $3 billion-plus in growth-focused capacity builds.
Schneider unveils 720 kW EV charger for New Zealand fleets
Schneider Electric launches 720 kW EV charger in New Zealand, enabling simultaneous fast charging for up to 12 fleet and hub vehicles.
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