The centre is a pivotal player, focusing on electricity research as the cornerstone of a sustainable future.

What we do

The centre offers exemplary research, an education hub dedicated to research, policy analysis, and delivering programs that help businesses and government address New Zealand’s most pressing energy challenges.

Our sincere gratitude goes to our funder and supporter, the Energy Education Trust of New Zealand, who enables the centre to fulfil various programmes and projects

Research

The primary goal of the centre’s research focus is to provide independent, balanced solutions for New Zealand’s energy transition priorities.

Simon Tao

Collaboration

The centre is pivotal in fostering strong working relationships with business, government, and energy partners.

Emilson Silva with Brent Rees and Bertle Vermeulen of Hitachi Energy

Education

The centre’s educational program provides a variety of specialized energy economics courses and scholarships for undergraduate and honours students.

Nicola Russell and PHd student