Hosted by the New Zealand Māori Council, this wānanga/workshop explores how partnerships with Māori can support geothermal development. Learn from case studies, government policy, and existing collaborations while exploring opportunities for future investment and sustainable growth.

Learn more about Aotearoa's GeoShot NZ programme, including investment, delivery models, partnerships and future opportunities.

Great energy, great people. Hosted by MB Century, this welcome networking event marks the start of New Zealand Geothermal Week, bringing together industry leaders, emerging talent and international guests to connect and catch up with colleagues.

Sponsored by Cheal, enjoy a thought-provoking breakfast with guest speaker Melissa Vining, whose inspiring story of resilience, advocacy and community leadership has driven meaningful change across New Zealand. Connect with industry and business leaders while gaining fresh perspectives.

Hosted by Earth Sciences New Zealand, this session brings together leaders from across industry, science, research and government to explore how New Zealand can position itself to unlock the opportunities presented by advanced geothermal technologies

Attendees will gain insights into global Indigenous leadership in geothermal development, the importance of authentic partnerships, and lessons that can be applied across Aotearoa New Zealand and the wider geothermal sector.

Examine the challenges and opportunities of the sector by looking at current regulatory frameworks, specifically the Pipelines Regulations 1999, to set the geothermal industry up to further foster technical innovation.

This workshop explores opportunities for industrial and commercial energy users to utilise geoheat. Gain practical insights into geothermal heat, key considerations for adoption, and whether it could be a viable option for your site.

Explore five future scenarios for Aotearoa New Zealand and what they could mean for the national grid, future generation mix, and opportunities for geothermal development. Discover how today's planning decisions could shape New Zealand's energy system in 2050.

Join WING NZ for an evening of networking and celebration as we recognise outstanding people across New Zealand's geothermal sector. Connect with industry colleagues, build new relationships, and celebrate the recipients of the 2026 WING NZ Awards.

Join us for the flagship event of New Zealand Geothermal Week as we explore the theme "Leading the Way with Geothermal". Hear from industry leaders and experts as they discuss innovation, investment, workforce development, Māori leadership and the future growth of New Zealand's geothermal sector.

Designed for New Zealand Geothermal Week's Emerging Leaders, this interactive breakfast explores the behaviours, decisions and habits that shape financial wellbeing. Gain practical tools and insights to help build strong financial foundations for the future while connecting with peers.

Hosted by Women in Geothermal NZ and facilitated by Kirsty Doyle, co-founder of Ara ki te Taumata, this session will help you recognise patterns, build strategies to close the confidence-capability gap, and step into opportunities with greater impact.

Hosted by Mercury NZ, this field trip provides a behind-the-scenes look at the recently expanded Ngā Tamariki Geothermal Power Station. Learn about the station's growth, renewable electricity generation, and innovations that are helping reduce emissions from geothermal operations.

As low temperature geothermal (geoheat) gets more traction within New Zealand, we take a look at some local examples already using this abundant energy source.

Hosted by Mercury NZ, this field trip provides a behind-the-scenes look at the recently expanded Ngā Tamariki Geothermal Power Station. Learn about the station's growth, renewable electricity generation, and innovations that are helping reduce emissions from geothermal operations.

Get your team together and join us for the final networking event of New Zealand Geothermal Week. Enjoy an evening of bowling, friendly competition, drinks and nibbles while catching up with colleagues from across the geothermal sector.

Step inside Contact Energy's Tauhara Power Station and learn how geothermal energy is helping power more than 220,000 New Zealand homes. This guided tour offers a unique opportunity to visit one of the country's newest geothermal power stations.