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New Zealand's first ever electric vehicle showcase breaks records

Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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With a record number of visitors, 2,631 over two days, EVWorld NZ reflected the growing popularity of EVs throughout the country...
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The EV revolution is coming faster than Kiwis think

Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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New Zealand is on the verge of an exciting period for electric vehicles, according to experts at the evworld NZ showcase.
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The AU$100 million program to encourage Australians to take up EVs

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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The Turnbull Government is supporting a $100m asset finance program to encourage Australians to switch to electric vehicles.
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Cars, bikes and clean energy, evworld NZ roundup

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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NZ's evworld shines, transforming opinions on EV viability; BMW's finesse to Tesla's charm dazzle attendees toward a greener future.
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Battery storage could be key to an emission-free NZ

Fri, 8th Sep 2017
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Battery storage has the potential to provide value for New Zealand's power system, according to research by Transpower.
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Lightning Lab Demo Day set to showcase electricity innovation

Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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The lightbulb moments from will provide interesting insight into the future of the country's electricity market.
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Ara is preparing Kiwis for the future, with EV technology programme

Tue, 5th Sep 2017
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Ara invests in new learning tool for Automotive Trades students, providing access to a hybrid car to expose them to emerging technology in the industry.
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Solarcity and Vodafone team up to transform Kiwi houses into smart homes

Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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Solarcity and Vodafone collaborate, unveiling a smart home revolution for Kiwis with IoT-powered energy savings.
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Ford will deliver on sustainability goals with clean energy and waste reduction

Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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Ford Motor Company Releases 18th Annual Sustainability Report: Detailing environmental progress and future commitments.
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The Green Party plans on stomping out the flames of re-carbonisation

Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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The Green Party announced that they will pass binding climate change legislation within their first 100 days in office.
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Greens say that Kiwi's are on the right track with electric vehicles

Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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The Green Party has welcomed the government's recent announcement that one in three cars in its vehicle fleet will be electric by 2021...
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Electric cars and clean energy, the big steps we need to take to reach a carbon-free NZ

Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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Productivity Commission's report urges a transformative leap towards electric cars and clean energy for New Zealand's zero-carbon goal.
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Gisborne is the unlikely New Zealand town embracing emerging technologies

Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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Gisborne gears up for a green future as it welcomes the groundbreaking Electric Village, a hub for cutting-edge energy tech.
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Avert the dark cloud looming over our future: The Kiwi campaign to legitimise clean energy

Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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Fourteen leading NZ aid agencies launch a campaign demanding political action to reduce carbon emissions to zero...
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80,000 Aussies say goodbye to fossil fuels with a new south Australian wind farm

Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Installation of the turbines is scheduled to start by the end of the year, with completion foreseen by mid-2018...
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Greenpeace calls for a solar revolution as New Zealand emissions skyrocket

Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Amid rising NZ emissions, Greenpeace urges a pivot to solar energy as reliance on fossil fuels spikes in response to hydroelectric shortfalls.
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Wellington innovation challenge pushes Kiwis to solve NZ's carbon crisis

Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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The Low Carbon Challenge has officially launched in Wellington, the challenge will support six teams to grow their low carbon projects...
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Need for green: Kiwis demand rapid uptake of clean energy

Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Generation Zero calls on New Zealand's next Parliament to make the country a global leader in carbon reduction efforts.
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The government steps up: New Zealand emissions targets may become legally binding

Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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Green Party backs call for new climate law to tackle pollution in New Zealand. Emissions targets would be legally binding.
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New Zealand's renewable energy expertise is in worldwide demand

Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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New Zealand's renewable energy expertise is in worldwide demand as our development programme continues to help Pacific Island nations...