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Ecotricity is thrilled to share the news that the world witnessed an extraordinary surge in renewable energy capacity in 2023, as reported by the International Energy Agency (IEA). This remarkable growth, which marks the fastest pace recorded in the...

Solar power has become a hot topic in recent years as the world looks for ways to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and combat climate change. The use of solar energy has been on the rise, and it's not hard to see why… 100% renewable & environm...

We are super proud to be New Zealand's first Toitū certified climate positive electricity provider. It's a big deal for New Zealand and globally as it shows what can be achieved in the energy sector. But how can we be different, doesn’t all power...

Energy is a way of life.It is incorporated into nearly everything we do. It heats and powers our homes, transports us, makes food and goods for us to consume. Without it we would be lost, we rely on having a constant supply of energy. The one downsid...

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...

If you’re still using gas you’re BURNING UP THE PLANET ……..and YOUR WALLET. Gas Users can save up to $8,000 over a 10 year period by switching to more efficient Electric Appliances.Download our Ecotricity vs GAS Savings Calculator (best viewed on you...

The IPCC has released the third and final report on the mitigation of climate change.After seven years of observing and evaluating the state of the planet, the climate change authority says it’s possible to reach a low carbon economy. It’s now or nev...

The COP26 Summit 2021 was a conference attended by representatives from almost all of the world’s countries. It’s purpose was to once again shine a light on the major climate change issues of our time and look for ways to collaboratively tackle these...