Latest Hydro Storage News

Contact Energy's February 2026 report reveals rising electricity and gas sales, improved generation efficiency, and robust hydro storage, underpinning a stable financial outlook for FY26.

Meridian Energy’s February 2026 report reveals below-average hydro inflows but robust water storage and growing retail customer base, highlighting resilience amid weather challenges and market fluctuations.

Meridian Energy's January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation fueled by above-average water and snow storage, alongside rising retail sales, despite wholesale electricity prices plummeting to historic lows.

Meridian Energy’s January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation amid record rainfall and soaring electricity demand, despite wholesale prices plunging to historic lows.

Contact Energy's December 2025 report reveals stronger mass market sales and wholesale contracts alongside increased generation costs and ongoing renewable project developments.

Mercury NZ Limited reported a robust quarter with high hydro inflows driving down electricity prices and the commissioning of a new geothermal unit set to enhance generation capacity.

Meridian Energy's December 2025 report reveals robust hydro storage and inflows driving higher generation and retail sales, while wholesale prices remain subdued. Customer connections have surged nearly 20% year-on-year, positioning the company strongly for 2026.

Contact Energy's November 2025 report reveals increased electricity and gas sales alongside higher generation costs, while significant renewable projects advance on schedule.

Meridian Energy's November 2025 report reveals record-high hydro inflows and storage, alongside increased electricity demand and retail sales across all segments, signaling robust operational momentum.

Contact Energy's October 2025 report reveals rising electricity and gas sales, improved netbacks, and reduced generation costs, supported by robust hydro storage and advancing renewable projects.

Meridian Energy's October 2025 report reveals exceptional hydro storage levels and a notable rise in electricity demand and retail sales, signaling robust operational performance amid shifting market dynamics.

AGL Energy has agreed to purchase four new gas turbines for $185 million to develop the Kwinana Swift Gas 2 project, securing 176MW of reserve capacity to support Western Australia’s energy transition.