Will Rankine power supply increase wholesale electricity prices in New Zealand?

Concept Consulting’s modelling shows that without thermal generation from the Rankine units as part of New Zealand’s energy storage solution, wholesale electricity prices would likely be 60% higher in the short-term (the next two-to-three years) and 11% higher in the long-term (ten+ years).

Can batteries solve New Zealand's energy crisis?

Batteries alone do not solve the challenge New Zealand has of higher energy demand but lower renewable energy availability in winter. The combination of solar PV and batteries might help with this, especially if PV and batteries are deployed in locations with relatively higher winter solar generation.

Will Huntly assets support New Zealand's energy security?

Off the back of its experience in Winter 2024, Genesis asked KPMG and Concept Consulting to assess the future requirement for Huntly assets to support New Zealand’s energy security over the short, medium, and long term. Key takeaways from this report:

Why is fuel storage important in New Zealand?

The choice of fuel used for storage is critical for security, price stability and environmental impact. There is value in New Zealand having diversity for its storage solutions, as seen by the impact of the lack of gas in Winter 2024. Working with every facet of the energy industry, to help clients respond to business issues and trends.

Where is the best place to buy solar energy in New Zealand?

Prices are highest in Queenstown, followed by Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington, while the solar resource is best in Queenstown, followed, as with prices, by Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington.

Which clusters have the highest energy consumption in New Zealand?

The following can be seen from these: Queenstown’s return is highest in most clusters, followed by Christchurch, Auckland, and Wellington. This diference is most pronounced with the higher annual consumption 12,000 kWh pa load.