Energy Centre

We are excited to share Simon Tao PhD student, and Research Assistant with the Energy Centre, is the lead author of a new study, focused on the value of a carbon tax to effectively decarbonize the economy. The recently published research 'Evaluating the macroeconomic impact of environmental policies in New Zealand: A New Keynesian DSGE model to sustainability.' Signaling a carbon tax is the most effective way for New Zealand to cut emissions while supporting a stable economy. The study compares the effects of three environmental policies - carbon taxes, emissions trading schemes, and emission intensity targets on New Zealand’s economy. It also explores environmental impacts on the economy by factoring in how pollution spreads across regions. Just tap the link to read Simon's published research ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/g_EJ-DEm #Energy #ElectricVehicles #EV #Research #RenewableEnergy #carbontax #Emissions #Environmental

Our Senior Research Fellow Dr. Selena Sheng recently presented her co-authored new innovative research, “Electrifying New Zealand: Analysing the Influence of Electric Vehicles on the Electricity Distribution Network”. Selena was a guest speaker at the European Transport Conference 2024, hosted by the University of Antwerp in Belgium. Our Director Emilson Silva, who's strong support behind the scenes, was delighted Selena had this opportunity to share her insightful research with an international audience.  Read Selena's published research ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gNcRP-F3 Photograph L-R Neşe Altınel, Selena Sheng, Tobias Held and Tim Steiner (session chair) #Energy #ElectricVehicles #EV #Research #RenewableEnergy

Our last seminar series event for 2024 attracted a full-house and was presented by Brent Rees, Hitachi Energy, Country Managing Director, entitled 'Engineering Solutions for New Zealand's Sustainable Energy Future.' Here are several salient outtakes. New Zealand currently has a projected growth in energy of 70% by 2050, according to a recent study by Boston Consulting Group. The energy sector's challenges include balancing the needs for having sustainable, secure and affordable energy, also known as the 'Energy Trilemma.' The incredible expertise across the sector offers many opportunities to collaborate and develop sustainable supply and energy security solutions. A big thank you from our Director, Emilson Silva, to Brent Rees and Bertle Vermeulen for sharing your many innovative, exciting projects and potential solutions Hitachi Energy is developing in New Zealand and worldwide. #Energy #EnergySupply #EnergyDemand #Research #Energysustainabiity #energysecurity

A secure energy future for New Zealand. Join us to hear our guest speaker John Carnegie, who will be discussing, and questioning, how New Zealand is at an energy cross-roads. Recent events and public debate have highlighted our lack of energy security resulting in shutdowns and job loses – our energy system now seems to be lurching from crisis to crisis. As a country with a rich natural resource endowment, how did we find ourselves in this position, is it as bad as its being reported and what can we do to rectify it? What steps can we take to ensure New Zealand’s energy security while achieving our long-term climate goals? Seats are booking up fast, to secure your place, just tap the link below ⬇ https://lnkd.in/gieNMVrX #Energy #EnergySupply #EnergyDemand #EnergySecurity

Our next seminar series event features high-profile senior energy leader John Carnegie, who has extensive expertise in energy economics, climate change policy, government relations, and systems thinking. John is currently the Chief Executive of Energy Resources Aotearoa, a collective of the biggest energy producers and users in New Zealand, whose goal is to enable collaboration and coherence across the energy ecosystem. He was the inaugural Executive Director of the BusinessNZ Energy Council and is a Board member of the World Energy Council and Interim Chair of its Finance and Audit Committee. You are welcome to join us; book your spot using the link below ⬇ https://lnkd.in/gieNMVrX #Energy #EnergySupply #EnergyDemand #EnergySecurity

Would you like to learn about New Zealand's energy sector? The Energy Centre's Summer School is offered at no cost to anyone studying or working in the energy sector, and who wants to get a more rigorous appreciation of the various aspects and challenges of energy in New Zealand. To learn more, just tap the link below ⬇ #energy #energyeconomics #energyresearch #energydemand #energysupply https://lnkd.in/g5XVVaPr

Our Energy Matters event attracted a great turnout to see our guest speaker, Sarah Gillies, CEO of Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko, presented 'A principled approach to regulating for an uncertain future.' Key themes included security, resilience, affordability, and stability within a competitive and efficient market. Sarah's presentation is now viewable on our website; just tap the link below ⬇ https://lnkd.in/ga8c2_va #energy #governance #energydemand #energysupply

We are thrilled to announce that our Senior Research Fellow, Dr. Selena Sheng was presented with The University of Auckland Business School Research Excellence Award 2024 for Early Career Research Excellence by Dean of Business, Prof. Susan Watson. Join us in congratulating Selena on this well-deserved award for her innovative research on electric vehicles, wireless charging technology and hydrogen economy for Aotearoa. #energy #eletricvehicles #research #EV

The Energy Research Consortium (ERC) at Waipapa Taumata Rau The University of Auckland, will officially launch on 5 September 2024. The ERC’s mission is dedicated to uniting the diverse expertise within our institution while creating strong partnerships with government agencies, industry stakeholders, and community groups to foster a transdisciplinary and holistic approach to addressing the pressing energy challenges of our time. By leveraging the collective knowledge and innovative capabilities of our researchers, we aim to develop evidence-based research and cutting-edge solutions that advance energy efficiency, affordability, security and sustainability, toward a 2050 net-zero carbon energy system. Our mission is to facilitate collaboration, inspire innovation, and drive impactful research that contributes to a sustainable, equitable and energy positive future for Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. You are welcome to join us; book your spot using the link below ⬇ https://lnkd.in/gDJERabm #Energy #EnergySupply #EnergyDemand #Research #NetZeroCarbon #Governnance

Transitioning to cleaner energy sources has skyrocketed the demand for rare earth minerals and metals. Economist-led research focused on critical minerals and geopolitical challenges, highlighted the consequences that may hinder the global energy transition. China is the dominant leader in the supply and production of rare earth minerals, critical to powering the ubiquitous mobile phone and electric vehicle batteries. Two economists and authors of this groundbreaking research are our Director, Emilson Silva, and Professor Joāo Ricardo Faria, who highlighted the influence of China’s geopolitical strategies and its effects on production and consumption of critical minerals, on electric goods’ consumption and habit formation, and on the global energy transition. #energy #energydemand #energysupply