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New Zealand's CO2 emissions were declining, at 33.5 million metric tonnes in 2023. Electricity generation was 44.0 billion kWh a year. Renewables made up 86% of electricity generation, giving it a relatively clean power mix. It was a net petroleum importer, consuming 159.2 thousand barrels per day. Solar and wind output had been increasing at a moderate pace.
Electricity Generation
44 B kWh
Petroleum Consumption
159.2 k bbl/day
New Zealand had a relatively clean power mix, with renewables providing most electricity generation. Emissions were on a declining trajectory.