Andrew Eagles: Smart Energy Alliance Spokesperson on the Govt pushing ahead with an LNG import terminal, scraps proposed levy

LNG is being thrown back into the mix, and an energy coalition is urging leaders not to forget about renewables.  The Government's pressing on with plans to build an LNG import facility in Taranaki and dumping a proposed power bill levy to pay for it.  It also plans to enforce stronger dry year supply requirements and penalties for gentailers.  Smart Energy Alliance spokesperson Andrew Eagles told Heather du Plessis-Allan we're in a much better position than in 2024, when there was a shortage of generation.  He says we don't need really expensive, old technology to be brought in, as there are already other solutions available.  And in terms of the fines, Eagles told du Plessis-Allan it’s clear our big energy companies need incentives.   He says they'll now take a $10 million hit if they get things wrong, which changes the dynamic.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.