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NZGA’s members are part of a diverse and skilled network of people working and living with our unique geothermal resources.

NZGA is a non-political, non-governmental and not for profit organisation. Our focus is on providing leadership, connection and facilitation to support and grow sustainable geothermal opportunities in Aotearoa New Zealand.

NZGA also connects with global geothermal communities, and is well positioned to positively influence geothermal initiatives on the world stage.

NZGA Submission: Draft Geothermal Strategy

The Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment (MBIE) released the New Zealand Government's Draft Geothermal Strategy, "From the Ground Up" during the NZGA Winter Seminar, part of NZ Geothermal Week 2025. Upon delivering the document, Minister Shane Jones emphasised that the targets outlined in the strategy were only achievable with input and leadership from the geothermal community.

New Zealand Geothermal Week 2025

2025 NZ Geothermal Week will be held from 28th July - 2nd August in and around the Taupō region, with the theme "Geothermal: New Zealand's Global Opportunity".

Publications from New Zealand Geothermal Week 2025

NZ Geothermal Week 2025 was held in Taupō from 28th July - 2nd August, with the theme "Geothermal: New Zealand's Global Opportunity". Three key documents were launched during the week's events:

NZGA Submission: Second Emissions Reduction Plan

The Ministry for the Environment (MfE) has sought consultation for its second emissions reduction plan (ERP2), proposing the means to achieving the Government's climate strategy.

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