Reliable energy for your world
Emergency
If there's imminent danger, such as fallen lines or a gas leak, call us immediately (24/7).
0800 27 27 270800 111 848
Changes to your electricity distribution charges
We’re here to connect the communities we serve to safe and reliable electricity through sustainable investment in our network. From 1 April 2025, our electricity delivery charges in your region will increase.
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Know what's below. It could be a life saver.
Know what's underground before you start digging, to avoid hitting electricity cables and gas pipes.
Flex solutions
We're seeking expressions of interest in providing cost-effective flex solutions for our electricity network.
Updates
Our latest news and project updates. View projects-
Media releasePowerco awards new contracts
Monday, March 31, 2025 Powerco has completed its tender processes for electricity services, customer delivery services and maintenance inspection services across its network.View more
Ngā pou
The pillars of our work
We’re committed to balancing the needs of our people, communities, environment and business as we deliver energy to around 1.1m customers. Our five pou (pillars) guide us on our sustainability journey, representing the five focus areas of our work and the goals we want to achieve for each.
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Whirinaki
Ensuring reliable and resilient networks
Ensuring our networks are reliable and resilient now and into the future.
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Taiao
Contributing to a lower carbon world
Helping Aotearoa achieve our emissions targets by facilitating the use of low carbon technologies and energy sources.
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Hauora
Health and safety at our core
Keeping people safe around our networks and worksites is our priority.
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Manaaki tāngata
Supporting our people
Fostering a culture that empowers people to do their best, values diversity, and meets our future needs.
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Whakakotahitanga
Engaging with communities
Working with you to understand your needs and guide the decisions we make to deliver the best outcomes.
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Te Teo
Sustainable governance financial and risk management foundations
Te Teo is the foundational pillar of our work.
Lines down?
The likes of high winds, trees or car crashes can bring down power lines. We respond 24/7 to lines down incidents on our electricity network. Watch how we do this and what you should do in an emergency.
