ecoNEWS

Which items go where? It’s easy to think that all items made from paper, plastic or steel can be recycled but this isn’t the case. Here are 6 items we’re recycling wrong and handy tips on what you could do to improve your recycling. Greasy paper/cardboard packaging Everyone loves pizza but not everyone knows that […]

We are proud to be connected to Pioneer Energy who are leading the move away from coal One thing Ecotricity doesn’t do is burn coal. Pioneer Energy are leaders in the generation of renewable electricity from wind, hydro and solar. But did you know Pioneer also provide heat generated from wood chip for some of their […]

“Linking up with Ecotricity was a no-brainer for smartass, it’s so beneficial working with and building a community of like-minded people and businesses!” Innocent packaging has taken a creative and innovative approach to reducing waste… and now they’re reducing their emissions as they’re now powered by Wind, Hydro and Solar. smartass is cushiony soft, strong […]

Ecotricity had a great time at this years Ecoday! EcoDay is a family friendly event held at Olympic Park, New Lynn, for the public to see what sustainable products are on the market and learn about protecting the environment and simple ways to minimise waste. The Ecotricity team were charged up and ready to go! EcoDay […]

Verne Pavreal is one of our devoted customers on our Low Solar price plan to power his home that’s equipped with 7.6 kw’s of solar array. As true believers in renewable energy and solar power, Verne and his wife Lisa, purchased a four-seated cycle powered by human, electric and solar generation. The Pavreal’s took the […]

We’ve been receiving Emails, Phone Calls and Tweets from existing customers who are loving our network prices dropping …. in many BUT not all networks!  Here’s an example from one of our existing customers. Ecotricity is one of the only retailers where network charges, including price drops, are transparently passed on at cost … so some […]

An exciting and adventurous journey across New Zealand to discover NZ’s natural taonga (treasures) and raise awareness around environmental issues. All achieved in an electric campervan, with zero emissions and no fossil fuels! A challenge and experience of a lifetime! Heloise and Solene are on a road trip to demonstrate that cleaner and sustainable methods […]

Being sustainable warriors ourselves, Ecotricity are proud and blown away by Wellington Zoo and their dedication to sustainable solutions. There’s no monkey business at Wellington Zoo when it comes to reducing and off setting emissions. Not only is their electricity supplied by Ecotricity with Wind Hydro and Solar power,  They do lots of other things to […]