Vector launches electrification strategy targeting smarter network use as Auckland power demand rises

By Public Technologies
  • Vector rolled out a refreshed electrification strategy to meet rising power demand from homes, businesses, electric vehicles across Auckland.
  • Plan targets higher network utilization via data-driven planning, limiting new builds to areas with demonstrated need to support affordability.
  • Five-minute smart meter data coverage set to rise to 95% by 2031 from about 50%, guiding targeted network investment.
  • Customer flexibility programs to expand, building on 2,500+ households shifting demand away from peaks for incentives.
  • Two new units launched: Nexos for major connections; Catalyst to help commercial customers electrify via equipment replacement, solar, batteries.


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