The New Zealand Hydrogen Council was formed in September 2018 by private and public sector organisations with seed funding from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment to support the progression and uptake of low emission hydrogen in New Zealand. They are New Zealand’s leading hydrogen agency. They are an intrinsic part of New Zealand’s emerging hydrogen industry as well as an important link to the opportunities that are evolving globally.

ElaraGrid delivers market-leading energy management solutions to commercial and industrial clients across New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Serving a diverse range of sectors — including manufacturing, wood and fibre processing, cold storage, ports, and large-scale facilities including education, health, and retail campuses — ElaraGrid brings deep expertise to the complex energy challenges facing modern industry.

OpenStar Technologies is pioneering the development of the levitated dipole concept, a simplified fusion energy approach proven viable in under two years for less than $10M. OpenStar combines rapid iteration, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to public engagement to accelerate clean fusion energy to the grid.

Ask Me NZ is an independently run platform that connects New Zealand and Japan through Business, Community and Rugby. In an era where AI can generate answers instantly, I believe that human connection, context, and trust matter more than ever. That is why Ask Me NZ aims to go beyond “information sharing” and become a place where meaningful relationships and opportunities can naturally grow. 

This year’s JNZBC Annual Joint Conference will be moved from 15/17 November to 1/3 November 2026 to avoid any potential that some of our members might not have been able to attend if required to stay close to Wellington following the NZ General Election.
New dates – Sunday 1 to Tuesday 3 November
Location – Sendai (approximately 2-hour Shinkansen journey from Tokyo)

Hear Shamubeel Eaqub on NZ’s outlook, AIP capital strategy, and how aligned investment and philanthropy drive real impact.

Join respected NZ economist Shamubeel Eaqub for clear, forward‑looking insights on what lies ahead for New Zealand’s economy and what it means for migrant investment.

Gain practical perspectives from an expert panel on how AIP pathways and aligned capital can be directed across the ecosystem for maximum impact.

Hear first‑hand how strategic philanthropy is transforming outcomes for young people across Aotearoa.