Welcome.

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.

Fostering a sustainable
future for Aotearoa
New Zealand through
geothermal

News & Events

NZGA on the Road in South-East Asia

In August and September, NZGA took part in the New Zealand Inc delegations at two key geothermal events in Indonesia and the Philippines, organised by New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade (MFAT). With the release of the New Zealand Geothermal Strategy: From the Ground Up, these markets remain a priority for showcasing New Zealand's capability and supporting members' international ambitions.

Petroleum and geothermal exploration come together at EAGE New Zealand Workshop

The European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE) New Zealand Workshop, held in Auckland on 1–2 September, brought together geoscientists, engineers and energy professionals from across petroleum, geothermal and emerging subsurface energy sectors.

New Zealand at World Geothermal Congress 2026

Read Mike "MOD" O'Donnell's opinion piece on New Zealand's participation in WGC here.

Geothermal Strategy: From the Ground Up

The New Zealand Geothermal Association (NZGA) welcomes the Government’s launch of “From the Ground Up: A strategy to unlock New Zealand’s geothermal potential”, released in March 2026.

New Zealand Geothermal Week 2026

Tickets on sale now!

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.