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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.

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News & Events

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.

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:

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".

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.

New Zealand Geothermal Week 2024

2024 NZ Geothermal Week will be held from 1st - 6th July in and around the Taupō region. Registrations are OPEN NOW:

NZGA Submission: Fast-Track Approvals Bill

In early 2024, the NZ Government announced its proposed Fast-Track Approvals Bill, aiming to reduce the length of the consenting process for infrastructure projects.

2024 NZGA President Interview

Katie McLean has been President of the New Zealand Geothermal Association since late 2022, and has recently begun her second year in the role. We caught up with her for her reflections on the year that has been, and what's ahead for the NZGA.

Departing Board Members 2023

2023 saw the departure of a number of Board members, who have each contributed significantly to the NZGA during their time governing the organisation – Ted Montague, Jeremy O'Brien, Brian White, Paul Siratovich and Scott Henderson.

Geothermal Project Management Short Course 2023

The Geothermal Institute has recently held its first of three 2023 Geothermal Project Management (GPM) courses, supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade (MFAT's) Manaaki New Zealand scholarship fund and Jacobs New Zealand. NZGA caught up with John O'Sullivan, co-director of the Geothermal Institute, to give us more insight into the initiative:

NZGA Submission: Electricity Market Measures

The NZGA has recently submitted a comprehensive set of measures to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) as part of their consultation on transitioning to an expanded and highly renewable electricity system.

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