The New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards is an annual programme that collaborates with the energy sector to share stories of leadership and achievement, recognise excellence, and celebrate success through socially responsible practices.

The inaugural event was held in 2010, and in 2026 it was attended by just under 670 industry members. This premier black tie gala event attracts influencers and decision-makers, providing an ideal platform for networking and branding your organisation as one that recognises excellence.

The 2026 award categories were:

• FutureForce Award
• Innovation in Energy Award
• Large Energy User Initiative of the Year
• Energy Distributor of the Year
• Energy Project of the Year
• Community Initiative of the Year
• Low Carbon Future Award
• Well-being Award
• Young Energy Professional of the Year
• Energy Retailer of the Year