energy in southland

Southland has a range of energy options including significant lignite reserves, wind generation opportunities, potential wave and tidal options as well as potential on-shore and off-shore oil and gas reserves located in the Great South Basin. Recent changes within the New Zealand energy scene have directed significant focus to Southland's oil and gas resources.

Southland also contains a range of minerals which may be considered for extraction and other value added opportunities. Included in this is silicon, which has gained importance with increasing demand from the electronic and energy sectors.

Southland was also a leader in the development of a regional energy strategy. The Southland regional energy strategy was completed in November 2003 and identifies key opportunities and priorities based on the Southland Regional Energy Assessment. See below to download a copy.