Great South is facilitating the process to review the Regional Energy Strategy, which was developed in 2011.
Objective
To investigate the current and future demand and supply of energy in the region, considering both immediate and long-term challenges & opportunities.
Approach
- Great South is facilitating the process to review the Regional Energy Strategy which was developed in 2011. This review is expected to take 9 months and will require external expert assistance. It will seek to identify and scope geographical locations, initiatives, and regulatory changes required to support the delivery of the future energy in the region
- An independent working group will be established to support the process and strategy development and this group will also deliver the key outcomes of the ‘Beyond 2025 Southland’ workstream.
Connection with other Workstreams
- Environment and Climate Change Beyond 2025 Southland workstreams
- Just Transitions Clean Energy workstream – Murihiku Regeneration
Just Transition Long Term Plan - context
The following diagram gives context to where the Regional Energy Strategy fits within the broader Long Term Plan kaupapa:
