AWARDS FINALIST: Octopus Energy NZ – Empowering futures through squiggly career paths
9 Jul 2026Octopus Energy's "squiggly" drive to get more people into the energy business is proving so successful that 35 of the 37 people hired in its New Zealand operation in the past year were new to the sector. The programme was developed in response to what the electricity retailer describes as two long-term challenges facing the sector - an ageing workforce and a need to attract people from a wider range of backgrounds as electricity systems become more complex.
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AWARDS FINALIST: The Orion Group – Tautoru Mautai – a partnership to restore the whenua
7 Jul 2026The Orion Group is earning both revenue and plaudits for a major ecological restoration project on degraded former farmland on Banks Peninsula. The revenue comes in the form of carbon credits generated under the emissions trading scheme - 652 New Zealand Units so far, worth more than $30,000 on today's market. The credits recognise the fact that a regenerating forest increases the country's carbon storage - each NZU recognises a tonne of carbon dioxide removed from the atmosphere.
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Award finalists named
15 Jun 2026Finalists for the 2026 New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards have been announced, highlighting a sector undergoing significant transformation. Contact Energy features strongly with four finalist spots, while Orion Group and Transpower each appear in two categories. New entrants include SUPA Energy, BraveTrace, Channel Infrastructure NZ, New Zealand Steel, KiwiRail, and Woolworths NZ.
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TechnologyOne sponsors Low Carbon Future Award
22 May 2026We welcome TechnologyOne as category sponsor of the Low Carbon Future Award for 2026. TechnologyOne is Australasia's largest enterprise SaaS company, helping over 1,300 organisations simplify complexity through powerful, easy-to-use software. With a strong presence in New Zealand and a focus on bettering communities, it brings deep expertise in driving digital transformation.
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Hitachi Energy sponsors Energy Awards 2026
14 May 2026We welcome Hitachi Energy as a sponsor of the Energy Awards 2026. Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future for all. It delivers innovative solutions across power grids and energy systems, helping to integrate renewables, strengthen grid resilience, and enable the transition to cleaner, smarter electricity networks. With a strong presence in Aotearoa, Hitachi Energy partners with industry and utilities to power progress and support a more sustainable future.
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Awards entries closed – judging underway
13 May 2026Entries for the 2026 New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards have now closed. A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to submit an entry this year. We are excited to showcase the innovation, leadership, and outstanding achievements taking place across Aotearoa New Zealand's energy sector. Our judges will be reviewing all submissions over the coming weeks. Finalists will be announced on Wednesday 10 June 2026. Secure your table or tickets here today.
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Entries close in one week
29 Apr 2026This year marks the 16th New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards, and we are inviting you to showcase your incredible people, projects, and achievements. Highlighting your success not only recognises the effort behind it, but also helps drive inspiration across the wider industry. Your organisation or team is making a meaningful contribution to the sector, so don't miss the chance to put it forward - complete your entry today. Entries close 5pm, Wednesday 6 May. 2026 Award categories We have 10 Awards available this year:
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Only two weeks left to enter
22 Apr 2026If your team has delivered an outstanding project, innovation, or contribution to New Zealand's energy sector, now is the time to put it forward. The awards are your opportunity to: showcase success recognise your people gain industry-wide recognition Start or finalise your submission today and make sure your work gets the recognition it deserves. 2026 Award categories We have 10 Awards available this year:
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Ergo Consulting sponsors Well-being Award
2 Apr 2026We welcome Ergo Consulting as category sponsor of the Well-being Award for 2026.
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Remember to enter
18 Mar 2026Showcase your achievements and innovation by entering the 2026 New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards. The countdown is on. With 7 weeks to go, now is the time to tell your story, entries close Wednesday, 6 May. Request your entry form today and get your submission underway. If you have been planning to highlight your project, team, or innovation, this is your moment. These awards celebrate the very best of New Zealand's energy sector, and your work deserves to be part of it.
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