Empowering our energy future
Delivering the renewable, electrified, low-carbon economy set out in Whakamana i Te Mauri Hiko
% Renewables
What we do
Transpower holds a unique position in the New Zealand energy sector as both National Grid owner and System Operator.
Connections
We’re working at pace to connect new generation, storage and load to increase reliable electricity supply for all New Zealanders.
Security of supply
In our system operator role, we work closely with industry and government to understand whether there is enough electricity to power New Zealand now and into the future.
Educational resources
Ever wondered how there’s always electricity when you turn on a light or charge your device?
01 Apr 2026
Transpower receives draft approval for $1.1 billion HVDC upgrade
The Commerce Commission has given Transpower draft approval for a $1.1 billion investment in New Zealand’s High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) inter-island electricity link.
16 Mar 2026
Transpower seeks innovative transmission alternatives in western Bay of Plenty
With electricity demand expected to more than double in western Bay of Plenty (WBOP) by 2050, Transpower today has released a request for proposals (RFP) inviting innovative transmission alternatives,
11 Mar 2026
News from Transpower - March 2026
Read the latest News from Transpower - in our March update.
11 Mar 2026
Transpower’s Rolleston Warehouse will enable uplift in South Island electrification investment
Transpower today opened a new $32 million warehouse in Rolleston as it scales up its investment in the South Island’s electricity transmission grid.
Whakamana i Te Mauri Hiko tū mai Aotearoa
Our core purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand – a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system.
Our core purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand – a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system.