• A programme of energy self-sufficiency targets.

• Research into manufacture and use of alternative energy resources.

• Careful management of non-renewable resources such as coal reserves.

• The development of non-polluting energy plants throughout the country, using nil or low interest loans from the Reserve Bank.

• Wind farms, tidal turbine generators and solar power for heating and plant operations, developed with nil or low interest loans from the Reserve Bank.

• Geothermal energy as low grade heat for fuel fermentation and agricultural purposes.

• A uniform rate for transporting energy through the national grid.

• A single selling desk for wholesale energy, operated by the Ministry of Energy under a National Energy Plan.

• Energy conservation in housing such as double glazing and better thermal design.

• Reinstatement of the South Island power differential.

Stephnie de Ruyter, Energy Spokesperson  Mobile 027 442 4434