Electricity price of energy storage power station in Auckland New Zealand

How much does electricity cost in Auckland?

Auckland's electricity costs, while substantial, actually fare better than several other regions in New Zealand. For context, Kerikeri residents face the highest national rates at $3,222 per year, while Westport households pay approximately $3,221 annually.

Where can I find information about electricity in New Zealand?

Data tables for electricity [XLSX, 314 KB] From this page you can also access all historical electricity information published by our Modelling and Sector Trends Team. Information is available on New Zealand’s electricity supply, demand, and transmission and distribution. Electricity prices are presented on the Energy prices pages.

How much solar energy does Auckland generate a year?

Solar generation potential varies significantly across Auckland's regions: North Shore properties achieve higher yields, generating up to 6,500 kWh annually. Waitakere Ranges properties typically generate around 5,200 kWh per year. Solar systems can generate 60-80% of their daily output during peak pricing windows (regional solar generation data).

What sectors use the most electricity in New Zealand?

The majority of industrial electricity demand is from the wood, pulp, paper and printing sectors and the basic metals sectors, with the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter being the largest single user of electricity in the country. The commercial sectors consume around a quarter of New Zealand’s electricity demand.