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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...

The government is taking great urgency to tackle the climate crisis. Last year NZ declared a climate emergency, with the prime minister, Jacinda Ardern saying, “This declaration is an acknowledgment of the next generation.

New Zealand is one of the few developed countries in the world that does not have any nuclear reactors whatsoever.

As technology has improved and the need for alternative energy sources has increased, solar is becoming a more viable and sought-after solution globally for home-grown power. Here are five reasons to consider solar power for your home.