Innovation in Energy Award
This award recognises a breakthrough innovation that is creating significant value for customers, communities, organisations, or the wider energy sector.
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Contact Energy
Māpuna – Contact’s innovative geothermal well management solution
finalist
Innovation in Energy Award
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards 2026
Contact developed Māpuna, an innovative geothermal well and reservoir management system to bring critical well, geology, condition and performance data into one clear, visual platform. Built inhouse by our geothermal specialists and technology team, it replaces outdated tools and spreadsheets, enabling faster analysis, stronger forecasting and more proactive maintenance to protect long-term reservoir health. The locally developed novel solution improves generation reliability, reduces manual effort and is scalable for future needs