Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby

One of our largest power companies sees the great potential in the Government's push for geothermal energy.  The Resources Minister Shane Jones' draft strategy lays out a goal of doubling its production by 2040.  Mercury Energy Chief Executive Stewart Hamilton says 20% of New Zealand's power already comes from geothermal.  He told Ryan Bridge it has great opportunities to decarbonise and grow the economy.  Hamilton says they're currently doing a $300 million extension on one of their geothermal sites, which will produce enough power for the entire city of Wellington.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.