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Interested in solar power but not too sure where to start? We’ve written a short all-you-need-to-know about solar so you can sound like you know what you’re talking about to your friends. Let's Shed Light on Solar Panels Solar panels are like the sup...

The Oakridge Solar Farm, nestled in the heart of Rangiriri, Waikato, represents a major step forward for renewable energy in New Zealand. This exciting development, a collaboration between Trilect, Kiwi Solar, and a local farmer, highlights the power...

The world is in the midst of a solar revolution, and the future has never looked sunnier. From rooftops to sprawling solar farms, panels are popping up everywhere—and fast! Solar energy is now the poster child for renewable power, and its rise is not...

With summer comes longer sunshine hours, which means your solar energy system will generate significantly more energy. Any energy you’re not using at home will be stored in your solar battery. Don’t have a battery? No worries—excess energy will be so...

Data Source: Energy Link NZ 12 months emissions May 2023 Average CO2e emitted in NZ 2023 from electricity generation Total Electricity Emissions – Emissions IntensityAll types of electricity generation, including renewables, have some environmental i...

The Windrose E1400 semi tractor sets a new benchmark in heavy-duty electric transportation. Engineered with cutting-edge technology, an energy-dense battery and exceptional performance, this heavy hauling EV promises to revolutionise the road freight...

Christmas is the season of giving, but it’s also a time of excessive consumption and waste. This year, why not celebrate the holidays a little differently by embracing thoughtful, sustainable gifting? Whether you're crafting your own presents or shop...

Gift giving can often be quite wasteful. Think fancy wrapping paper, plastic toys, courier parcels, cardboard boxes… This Christmas, why not give gifts and plan celebrations that don’t cost the earth. Whether it’s creative eco-conscious traditions or...