The higher cost and unreliability of gas supply has eaten into half year profit at Contact Energy and reduced the expected lifespan of its gas-fired power station in Taranaki.
Net profit from continuing operations was down 40% to $59 million for the NZX-listed energy company.
Revenue fell 15%
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