Announcing the 2026 date and venue

We are thrilled to announce that the next New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards will be held on Wednesday 19 August 2026 at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre – in the heart of New Zealand’s capital and a stunning venue for celebrating innovation and leadership across the energy sector.

This prestigious black-tie gala brings together industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers to honour outstanding achievements in the energy sector.

Key dates

• Entry forms available: 12 November 2025
• Entries close: 6 May 2026
• Finalists announced: 10 June 2026
• Awards night: 19 August 2026

Award categories for 2026

• FutureForce Award – (new for 2026) – sponsored by Ngākau Hihiko
• Innovation in Energy Award – sponsored by Ara Ake
• Energy Distributor of the Year – sponsored by Axos Systems
• Community Initiative of the Year – sponsored by Eagle Technology
• Young Energy Professional of the Year – sponsored by Elemental Group
• Energy Retailer of the Year – sponsorship under offer
• Energy Project of the Year – available
• Low Carbon Future Award – sponsorship under offer
• Well-being Award – available
• Large Energy User Initiative of the Year – sponsorship under offer