Energy Project of the Year

Award purpose

This award recognises an energy sector project that has been planned, managed, and delivered with excellence while creating substantial value for stakeholders.

Eligibility

Open to projects undertaken within New Zealand's energy sector (such as retailers, generators, network companies, pipeline owners, oil/gas explorers and producers, and joint ventures)

Period assessed

Initiatives undertaken over the last two - three years (started, completed or ongoing)

What entrants should address

  • project objectives and scope
  • governance and delivery approach
  • stakeholder engagement
  • risk and safety management
  • outcomes achieved
  • benefits delivered

Judging focus

Judges will particularly consider:

  • excellence in project delivery
  • achievement of project objectives
  • stakeholder outcomes
  • governance and risk management
  • long-term value created

Judging criteria and weightings

Criterion Weighting
Impact and outcomes

20%

Innovation and improvement

10%

Leadership and collaboration

15%

Delivery excellence

40%

Future value, sustainability and resilience

15%

Evidence requirements

Entrants should provide project performance metrics, schedules, budgets, safety outcomes, stakeholder feedback, and evidence of benefits realised.