We are one of New Zealand’s largest energy groups. Whether it’s transmission, distribution, supply or storage of energy, the companies within the Clarus group service nearly half a million homes and businesses of all sizes around New Zealand. We are proud to power Kiwi lives.
Proudly powering Kiwi lives and businesses.
Energy is what we do, but it’s people we do it for.
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Total number of New Zealanders enjoying the benefits of LPG or natural gas*
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Total number of Kiwi homes and businesses using LPG or natural gas**
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Our Firstgas commercial and industrial natural gas customers
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Our Rockgas LPG customers
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Connected to our electricity distribution network in the Tairāwhiti & Wairoa areas
* This is based on the total number of 500,000+ Kiwi homes and businesses using LPG or natural gas multiplied by the average number of residents in a home of 2.7 (StatsNZ).
** Data sourced from: Natural Gas Switching active ICPs in June 2024 combined with LPG numbers from GAS NZ 2023 45kg Customer Numbers customers.
Source: Clarus
Our role in the future of energy
Clarus, formally Firstgas Group, is at the forefront of innovation in the New Zealand energy sector. Today, we're continuing that legacy by innovating our way towards 2050's net zero carbon goals.
We’re one of New Zealand’s largest energy groups, with brands that touch many parts of the energy supply chain – from transmission and distribution to retail supply and even storage.
We are energy experts, using our collective knowledge and experience to engage in conversations about the future of our industry – Aotearoa New Zealand’s future. With businesses that touch many parts of the energy supply chain – from energy transmission and distribution to retail supply and even storage. Our businesses have offices nationwide and we care about and contribute to the communities we’re a part of.
While the majority of our existing assets and investments remain in the traditional natural gas sector, we are also looking to the future. We aim to play our part in Aotearoa New Zealand’s decarbonisation by actively researching, innovating, and investing in future fuels not only for the good of the country, but for our business, customers and employees too.
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Good energy at work
Energy is what we do, but it’s people we do it for.
Without energy, life as we know it would grind to a halt. We take this responsibility seriously, ensuring everything we do safely, reliably and affordably delivers on the country’s energy needs.
We have offices nationwide, and we care about and contribute to the communities we’re a part of.
Operations
Our Operations team is made up of technical expertise across Transmission, Distribution, Storage, and LPG. They are responsible for providing technical support and expertise to all parts of Clarus ensuring we have the required regulatory certification to operate our assets.
Technology and Improvement
At Clarus, our Technology and Improvement team looks after information services, and continuous improvement teams lead and drive our technology vision to inform and support our strategic planning, business initiatives, and investments.
Future Fuels
Our Future Fuels team is responsible for developing and implementing our low carbon strategy, new technologies, initiatives, programs, and partnerships ensuring sustainable business growth, high public trust, and reduced environmental impact.
Customer and Regulatory
At Clarus our Customer and Regulatory business group is made up of regulatory and policy, gas transmission commercial, electricity and gas distribution commercial, marketing and external communications.
From left: Mark Ratcliffe (Clarus Chairperson), Hon Simon Watts (Minister for Energy and Climate Change), and Pete Grogan (Harmony Director)
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Denmark leads the way in biogas
Demark is making great strides in green energy, with 45% of its energy consumption in 2022 coming from renewables. The country is continuing to invest in renewable energy facilities, and an expansion is underway that will give its biogas sector a huge boost.
Firstlight Network proudly supports House of Science
Firstlight Network is dedicated not only to keeping the power on but also to fostering social connectedness—whether it’s with whānau and friends at home or in the wider community. That’s why we’re proud to support House of Science, bringing their innovative programme to the East Coast, including Gisborne and Wairoa.
Energy sector unites to kick start Energy Transition Framework
Energy sector leaders have come together to officially kick start the Energy Transition Framework, a landmark commitment to working collectively – and urgently – to ensure our energy system remains secure, affordable, and supports a high-growth economy as it transforms.
Turning waste into Renewable Energy
Biogas is a renewable energy source that comes from organic waste. Almost any organic waste product, from food scraps to crops to human sewage, can be turned into biogas. It doesn’t create any additional greenhouse gas emissions, making it a net zero emissions gas.
Biogas offers a homegrown solution for New Zealand’s energy future
New Zealand is rich in renewable energy, but managing supply — especially during peak demand periods — remains a challenge. Fortunately, there’s a local solution that’s already gaining traction: biogas made from food and agricultural waste. By embracing a circular economy, where organic waste is recycled into energy and fertiliser, we can strengthen our electricity and gas grids, reduce emissions, and build long-term resilience — all while turning waste into value.
Karakia ceremony supports cultural safety at Tauhei Solar Farm
First Renewables, part of Clarus and Harmony Energy held a special Karakia ceremony early on Monday morning, 10 March 2025. Performed by Norm Hill, representing Ngāti Rāhiri Tumutumu and Ngāti Hauā as mana whenua, the ceremony took place to ensure the site culturally safe before ground works commenced.