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Simon Mackenzie – Leading the transformation of NZ’s energy sector

Data key to Vector investment decisions

Nov 10, 2016 |

“We do not think of ourselves as a utility – we are a technology company.” Simon Mackenzie says there is a “big shift” happening in the industry, and called on equipment manufacturers to better meet networks’ changing needs. Electricity assets need to be smaller, cheaper and modular and don’t need to last 40 years any more. That equipment also needs to be smart. Mackenzie says the software controlling devices will play a much greater role in delivering services. An example is BMW’s plan to install identical motors in all its vehicles but then offer software upgrades to access additional performance. “You can buy an upgrade to a Motorsports series for a weekend and go back to a 316 when you want to drive normally,” Mackenzie says. “There is no rational reason why that sort of thinking shouldn’t be coming into a lot of the energy sector and particularly the manufacturers.”

YEPN Newsletter – Nov 2016

YEPN Newsletter – Nov 2016

Nov 8, 2016 |

Welcome to our last edition of the Young Energy Professionals Network Newsletter for 2016. We hope you’ve enjoyed this newsletter as much as we’ve enjoyed bringing it to you. We’ve got one last treat in store for our friends in Wellington. Keep you’re eyes peeled for more details soon.

Simon Mackenzie – Leading the transformation of NZ’s energy sector

New Zealand in global top ten for energy outcomes

Oct 12, 2016 |

New Zealand is in the world top ten for energy outcomes. The World Energy Council’s Energy Trilemma Index ranks countries on how well they achieve the energy ‘trilemma’ balance of security, equity and sustainability and shows New Zealand ranking 9th out of 130 comparator countries.