One decision that could have been made would have been to carry out more phase 2 studies in the hope of generating additional data to illuminate the decision.

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Whatever the reason, the government is likely to reassess its next phase of electricity reform, which includes privatising the generating and distribution companies, in order to persuade New Zealanders that their lights and air-conditioners will not fail again.

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Under phase one of the scheme, one unit capable of generating enough electricity for up to 6, 000 homes would be tested at West Dale Bay.

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