Anton Trixl, sole author of Lexology In-Depth – Renewable Energy Law: New Zealand 2026
New Zealand’s renewable energy sector continues to gain momentum as rising electricity demand, energy security concerns and climate commitments drive investment in new generation capacity across the country.
In Lexology In-Depth – Renewable Energy Law: New Zealand, Anderson Lloyd Partner Anton Trixl provides a comprehensive overview of the legal and regulatory landscape shaping this transition. As the sole author of the New Zealand chapter, Anton explores the strong pipeline of renewable energy developments, the growing role of solar, wind and battery energy storage projects, ongoing discussions around dry-year risk, and policy reforms aimed at accelerating renewable energy deployment.
As New Zealand moves towards a more diverse, resilient and increasingly electrified energy system, the chapter offers valuable insight into the opportunities and challenges shaping the sector’s future.
To read the full chapter, click here.

