New Zealand has rated well in two international business and economic competitive surveys, but the Government believes it can do better, Finance Minister Bill English says.

New Zealand-developed compressed air audits could be a winner for climate change worldwide, says Julia Beck, the Australasian project director for manufacturers of industrial compressed air systems.

Infrastructure Minister Bill English today welcomed the National Infrastructure Unit's release of a discussion paper on the state of New Zealand's infrastructure.

New Zealand-developed compressed air audits could be a winner for climate change worldwide, says Julia Beck, the Australasian project director for manufacturers of industrial compressed air systems.

Imports Direct Ltd, a company that imports a range of products, pleaded guilty to breaching the Electricity Regulations in the North Shore District Court on 2 September 2009 and was convicted and fined $600 and $130 costs.

Rotorua residents and businesses can look forward to a more secure power supply, thanks to lines company Unison opening a new substation to service the city.
 

The National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research (NIWA) and IBM (NYSE:IBM) today announced a multi-million dollar partnership where NIWA will purchase one of the world's most powerful supercomputers for use in environmental forecasting.

The New Zealand Clean Energy Centre (NZCEC), with funding from both the government and private sectors, has finalized architectural plans for its 800 square metre facility in Taupo and aims to begin construction this year.

Age Concern isn't surprised that electricity companies' domestic consumers are getting deeper into debt but says the hidden victims are senior customers who struggle to pay their bills.

Can I open by commending the organisers of this conference for your initiative in helping bring New Zealand and Australian thinking together on climate change and recognising the huge role for business in tackling this challenging issue.