Electricity prices: New Zealand needs $26b extra investment, report says

PremiumGraham SkellernNZ Herald·21 Aug, 2026 05:00 PM8 mins to read“To meet our emissions goals and take advantage of new technologies, the traditional ways we have powered our vehicles, industries, and businesses are going to have to shift to low-emission electricity'" says Graham Campbell of the Infrastructure Commission. Photo / Christine CornegeMore co-ordination is needed among all players to operate a new energy system and meet future demand and expectations, writes Graham SkellernNew Zealand needs an energy system that is low-priced, reliably supplied and low-emitting to lift economic performance and improve the wellbeing of all Kiwis. A recent report, “Shifting TOP