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Powering a Cleaner Future

As the world accelerates towards a low-carbon future, New Zealand is stepping up with bold ideas and transformative technologies that put sustainability at the heart of progress. On the UN’s International Day of Clean Energy, we celebrate the Kiwi companies driving innovation and shaping a cleaner tomorrow.

A Nation Built on Natural Advantage

New Zealand’s unique geography and commitment to sustainability have long positioned it as a leader in renewable energy. Today, over 80% of our electricity comes from renewable sources, and we’re on track to achieve around 98% by 2030. But this ambition goes beyond domestic targets—it’s about sharing expertise and solutions with the world. From geothermal energy to advanced digital modelling, New Zealand companies are pioneering technologies that help global industries decarbonise, optimise resources, and future-proof their operations.

Geo40: Turning Waste into Opportunity

Geo40 is redefining what’s possible in geothermal energy. By extracting valuable minerals from geothermal brine—a by-product of power generation—the company transforms waste streams into high-value resources. This circular approach not only boosts efficiency but also creates new revenue streams, proving that sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.

GNS Science (aka Earth Sciences New Zealand): Unlocking Earth’s Potential

As one of New Zealand’s leading research organisations, GNS Science/Earth Sciences New Zealand is at the forefront of geothermal innovation. Their expertise in earth sciences enables smarter exploration and sustainable energy development, supporting industries worldwide to harness clean, reliable power while protecting natural ecosystems.

Seequent: Digital Tools for a Greener World

Seequent’s cutting-edge geoscience software is helping engineers and scientists make better decisions for the planet. By visualising complex underground data, Seequent empowers projects to minimise environmental impact and maximise efficiency—whether it’s geothermal plants, mining operations, or infrastructure planning.

Eastland Generation: Community Focused Clean Energy

Eastland Generation exemplifies how renewable energy can strengthen communities. Through geothermal, solar and hydro assets, they deliver reliable, low-emission power while creating jobs and supporting regional growth. Their commitment to innovation ensures that sustainability benefits everyone—from local families to global partners.

Fabrum: Accelerating the Hydrogen Economy

Fabrum is advancing the global transition to hydrogen with worldleading cryogenic and hydrogen systems. Their technologies — from liquid hydrogen production to lightweight composite storage vessels — support mobility sectors such as heavy transport, mining and aviation to reduce emissions and adopt cleaner energy solutions. By pairing engineering excellence with practical, scalable systems, Fabrum is helping industries shift toward a lowcarbon future.

Why It Matters

Clean energy isn’t just an environmental imperative — it’s a strategic advantage. For companies operating globally, using New Zealand’s highly renewable electricity system can significantly lower the carbon footprint of manufacturing and processing, helping reduce exposure to carbon border adjustment mechanisms and supporting the creation of genuinely lowemissions or carbonneutral products. As international markets raise expectations around sustainability, New Zealand innovators are demonstrating how collaboration, creativity, and clean power can help organisations meet ambitious climate goals while remaining competitive on the world stage.

Learn More About New Zealand’s Clean Energy Leadership

Discover how New Zealand is driving global progress in renewable energy and explore the opportunities for collaboration: https://www.nzte.govt.nz/page/renewable-energy

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