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Ara and EECA assist large scale energy conservation projects
DataCentre infrastructure

Ara and EECA assist large scale energy conservation projects

EECA and Ara champion green energy, saving firms hundreds of thousands while edifying New Zealand's eco-credentials.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2017
Tesla and Solarcity team up to install Powerwalls across NZ
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Tesla and Solarcity team up to install Powerwalls across NZ

SolarCity chosen as Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer, integrating Powerwall into solarZero service in New Zealand.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
Kiwi innovations take centre stage
Wearables

Kiwi innovations take centre stage

Public voting is open as finalists for New Zealand’s innovation awards include solar-powered cow collars, quiet drones and Te Reo Maori smartphones.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017
New Zealand's first ever electric vehicle showcase breaks records
DataCentre infrastructure

New Zealand's first ever electric vehicle showcase breaks records

With a record number of visitors, 2,631 over two days, EVWorld NZ reflected the growing popularity of EVs throughout the country...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Sep 2017
Prefab passive house enters solar competition
Energy efficient

Prefab passive house enters solar competition

A Montreal university team’s net-zero house could cut heating and cooling demand by up to 90 per cent in the 2018 Solar Decathlon.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017
Cars, bikes and clean energy, evworld NZ roundup
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Cars, bikes and clean energy, evworld NZ roundup

NZ's evworld shines, transforming opinions on EV viability; BMW's finesse to Tesla's charm dazzle attendees toward a greener future.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Sep 2017
Battery storage could be key to an emission-free NZ
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Battery storage could be key to an emission-free NZ

Battery storage has the potential to provide value for New Zealand's power system, according to research by Transpower.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2017
Lightning Lab Demo Day set to showcase electricity innovation
DataCentre infrastructure

Lightning Lab Demo Day set to showcase electricity innovation

The lightbulb moments from will provide interesting insight into the future of the country's electricity market.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2017
Ara is preparing Kiwis for the future, with EV technology programme
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Ara is preparing Kiwis for the future, with EV technology programme

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.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Sep 2017
Solarcity and Vodafone team up to transform Kiwi houses into smart homes
DataCentre infrastructure

Solarcity and Vodafone team up to transform Kiwi houses into smart homes

Solarcity and Vodafone collaborate, unveiling a smart home revolution for Kiwis with IoT-powered energy savings.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Sep 2017
Climate change to play a major role in election
Power / Energy

Climate change to play a major role in election

Polls show climate policy is now central to voters, with every major party except New Zealand First facing science questions on emissions.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017
How to have a renewable energy world by 2050
Agricultural Technology

How to have a renewable energy world by 2050

A shift to wind, water and solar could cut air pollution deaths, create millions of jobs and save trillions in health costs by 2050.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017
The Green Party plans on stomping out the flames of re-carbonisation
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The Green Party plans on stomping out the flames of re-carbonisation

The Green Party announced that they will pass binding climate change legislation within their first 100 days in office.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
New benefits for electric vehicle owners
Climate change

New benefits for electric vehicle owners

Heavy electric vehicle operators in New Zealand will save on road user charges, as councils gain power to open bus lanes to EVs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Aug 2017

Global Stories

Renewable energy stories

Nordic data centre investment tops US$3b in last 12-18 months alone
Hyperscale

Nordic data centre investment tops US$3b in last 12-18 months alone

​New findings have revealed the data centre market in the Nordic region appears to be steaming ahead, with its perfect conditions driving investment.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2017
The EV revolution is coming faster than Kiwis think
DataCentre infrastructure

The EV revolution is coming faster than Kiwis think

New Zealand is on the verge of an exciting period for electric vehicles, according to experts at the evworld NZ showcase.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017
The AU$100 million program to encourage Australians to take up EVs
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The AU$100 million program to encourage Australians to take up EVs

The Turnbull Government is supporting a $100m asset finance program to encourage Australians to switch to electric vehicles.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Sep 2017
Ford will deliver on sustainability goals with clean energy and waste reduction
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Ford will deliver on sustainability goals with clean energy and waste reduction

Ford Motor Company Releases 18th Annual Sustainability Report: Detailing environmental progress and future commitments.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017