NEWS

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Ecogas gets consent for Christchurch 

Christchurch is a big step closer to having its household organic waste transformed into bioenergy and fertiliser with Environment Canterbury’s decision to grant Ecogas a resource consent for its proposed Ōtautahi Christchurch Regional Organics Processing Facility.

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GasNZ signs on to Energy Transition Framework

GasNZ recently signed up to the Energy Transition Framework – a diverse group of energy sector participants, focussed on collaborating to ensure energy remains secure, affordable and abundant, while supporting a high-growth economy. 

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Lowering emissions with hybrid hot water heating 

Carbon dioxide emissions from commercial gas-fired water boilers can be reduced significantly with the addition of modestly-sized electric heating elements in an in-situ research project undertaken by Rinnai’s Kez Shruthi. 

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LNG import feasibility assessed 

Clarus, Contact, Genesis, Meridian and Mercury collaborated to explore the option to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) and assessed the role LNG could play to meet New Zealand’s future gas demand.  

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Forum seizes the moment for biogas

Biogas and biomethane’s potentially significant role in New Zealand’s energy system was reinforced – and endorsed by the Government – at the Biogas Bridge forum held in Wellington in July. 

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Avoiding restrictive trade practices

The GasNZ board has discussed the requirement to avoid anti-competitive discussion between members and meeting participants, as defined under the Commerce Act.

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Govt consults on emergency and waste management

The gas sector has been invited to contribute to two government agency consultations - one a review of emergency management legislation, and the other on waste management regulations. 

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Review of gas distribution Standard

A Standard that’s integral to the distribution of gas across New Zealand – both for natural gas and LPG networks – is being comprehensively reviewed to bring it up to date.

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Getting LPG training material out there

GasNZ's LPG training and certification system continues to be high demand - both its online resources and tests and its portfolio of printed workbooks and guides.

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