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The Government would begin a process to phase out "low-use" plans from April.

The power generator and retailer says it has welcomed disclosure policy.

OPINION: There is no need for ministerial intervention in a system that is working.

Genesis Chief Executive Marc England gives a summary of the company’s financial results for the 2020-21 financial year and looks ahead to priorities for the next 12 months. Video / Supplied

Hydro shortages saw electricity system rely heavily on coal to keep lights on this year.

Electricity retailer increases retail sales but low hydro inflows cut profits.

Industry group claims 'accelerating super profits' at New Zealand's largest generator.

OPINION: Government intervention could be required to prevent further blackouts.

The power cut appeared to be managed by reducing hot water charging.

OPINION: Everyone is an environmentalist until the lights go out.

Energy company says it is actively discussing a joint venture for North Island solar.

WEL Networks says it repeatedly questioned Transpower about dropping power load.

OPINION: Ministers know New Zealand's electricity problem could get worse.

The NZ sharemarket closed slightly down.

Those who went without electricity have a legal right to compensation.

Talks need to start about encouraging long term investment in the country's power sector.

Megan Woods had said gentailers made 'commercial decisions' before power outage.

Megan Woods demands to know why generation capacity was "not switched on".

Genesis boss says company lost $1 million yesterday.

Not acceptable for Kiwis to be without power on coldest night of year: Woods.

Kiwis can't keep their families warm but, don't worry, the Govt is 'asking questions'.

Thousands of homes left without heating in the depths of winter overnight.

Many areas lost power about 6pm as lines toppled and companies reduced load on grid.

Refinery shareholders vote for proposed import-only fuel terminal.

Aucklanders told to keep their devices charged in case of power outages.

Uncertainty overhangs the power sector while the Electricity Authority conducts a review.

Tesla has charged through the pandemic.

COMMENT: Energy Minister's letters reveal how under strain our energy sector has been.

Coal now fuels more than 10 per cent of the country's electricity as hydro power drops.