The electricity used in buildings by agencies and schools plays a major part if New Zealand is to reach its climate change goals, including Net Zero Carbon, by 2050.
The electricity contract can be used to reduce emissions and waste, and assist the transitioning to a net zero emissions economy through the efficient use of electricity.
Suppliers are committed to working together with agencies and schools to:
The electricity suppliers chosen for this panel have industry-leading environmental, social and governance (ESG) programmes. By openly reporting against ESG policies, they emphasise delivering a more sustainable energy/electricity sector in New Zealand. Most suppliers source from renewable sources and regularly partner with iwi for new renewable generation projects.