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Electricity market options for reliable supply through dry periods
The Electricity Authority seeks feedback on market changes that could encourage reliable electricity supply for weeks or months when hydro, wind and solar output is low.
- Closing date
- 13 November 2026 at 5pm
- Added to Civics
- 14 October 2026
- Source category
- Other public body
- Source body
- Electricity Authority
- Last checked
- 18 October 2026
Closes in 26 days
Plain-English summary
Unpublished review draft. Check the recorded evidence limits before approval.
Why it matters
Extended periods of unfavourable weather can reduce several sources of renewable electricity at once.
The proposals would affect investment incentives and how electricity supply risks are managed.
Who may care
- People concerned about electricity reliability and affordability
- Energy businesses, investors and large electricity users
How to make a submission
- Read the issues and options paper and use its Appendix A submission questions.
- Email a Word submission to wholesaleconsultation@ea.govt.nz with the subject “Consultation - long-duration firming” by 5pm on 13 November 2026. The paper also permits a searchable PDF in the Appendix A format.
- Call 04 460 8860 if alternative submission arrangements are needed.
- The Authority intends to publish submissions. Identify and explain confidential material and provide a publishable version.
Disclaimer
Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.