Oakridge Solar Farm

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 of community-led projects that pave the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Oakridge is no small player in the solar world, boasting a capacity of 3.4MW AC (4MW DC) and producing an impressive 4.8GWh of clean energy each year.

Solar generation officially kicked off in September 2024, and from day one, this farm has been shining bright. It’s a perfect example of how solar energy can make a big impact locally and beyond. And here's the best part—Ecotricity is proud to be part of the journey! We’re purchasing power directly from Oakridge to help power our customers with 100% renewable, climate positive electricity.

This partnership embodies everything we stand for: driving New Zealand toward a future powered entirely by renewables, reducing our collective carbon footprint, and supporting projects that are locally developed and community focused.

What sets Oakridge apart is its contribution to NZ’s growing renewable energy landscape. With 4.8GWh of electricity generated annually, it powers hundreds of homes and businesses, easing demand on the national grid and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Each kilowatt-hour from Oakridge helps strengthen our transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy system, showcasing the impact of clean energy in action.

At Ecotricity, we’re all about partnerships that align with our core values—environmental stewardship, sustainability, and the belief that every action counts. By sourcing electricity from Oakridge Solar Farm, we’re helping our customers power their lives with renewable energy, ensuring we’re doing our bit for the planet while keeping the lights on.

With more solar farms like Oakridge popping up, we’re seeing the future of electricity generation unfold before our eyes—clean, green, and local.