Singapore and New Zealand sign an energy cooperation agreement to strengthen electricity market regulation, promote low-carbon technologies and facilitate joint research, staff training and knowledge exchange to support cleaner power systems.
Singapore and New Zealand are strengthening cooperation on electricity market regulation and low-carbon energy technologies through a new agreement between their energy regulatory authorities. The partnership aims to facilitate knowledge exchange, promote joint research and support the development of more sustainable electricity systems.
The Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore and New Zealand’s Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko signed a memorandum of arrangements, on the sidelines of Singapore International Energy Week. The agreement establishes a framework for both agencies to share regulatory expertise and collaborate on emerging challenges in the energy sector.
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Under the arrangement, the two authorities will organise staff training programmes, joint research initiatives, workshops and seminars. These activities are intended to strengthen institutional capabilities and encourage the exchange of technical knowledge on electricity market operations and regulatory practices.
The agencies will also explore opportunities for high-level dialogues and cooperation through regional and international platforms. This engagement is expected to facilitate discussions on energy policy, electricity market development and approaches to managing the transition towards lower-carbon power systems.
New Zealand’s experience in operating an electricity system with a high proportion of renewable energy is expected to provide useful insights for Singapore as it works to decarbonise its power sector. Sharing experience in renewable energy integration and electricity market regulation can help both countries understand different approaches to maintaining reliable and efficient energy systems.
For Singapore, cooperation with New Zealand offers an opportunity to draw on international expertise as it advances its energy transition. As the city-state works to reduce emissions from electricity generation, regulatory knowledge and experience from countries with substantial renewable electricity generation can inform policy development and system planning.
New Zealand, meanwhile, can benefit from closer engagement with Singapore on electricity market regulation, institutional practices and regional energy discussions. The partnership provides a platform for both authorities to exchange perspectives and identify areas for further technical collaboration.
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The agreement also highlights the role of regulatory institutions in supporting the energy transition. Beyond investment in generation and infrastructure, effective electricity market rules, technical expertise and regulatory coordination are important for integrating cleaner energy sources while maintaining system reliability.
Through training, research and knowledge-sharing initiatives, Singapore and New Zealand aim to strengthen their regulatory capabilities and deepen bilateral engagement in the energy sector. The arrangement establishes a foundation for continued cooperation as both countries address evolving electricity market requirements and pursue lower-carbon energy development.