SOLAR
Solar energy for your home or business
We want to make the transition to solar as easy as possible for you.
We are the market leader in supporting solar energy by purchasing solar-generated electricity from over 70% of our residential customers who have their own solar generation. We're the first company in the world to achieve Toitū climate positive product certification for electricity generated by solar panels on rooftops.
Why go solar?
The sun is a reliable, renewable source of energy that has existed for billions of years and will continue to exist for billions more.
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.
- Reduces or eliminates electricity bill
- Options are scalable and cost-effective
- Increases property value
- Increases grid security
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Keen to go solar, but not sure where to start? Check out our solar checklist
OUR PLANS
Our solar price plans
We offer Time-of-Use Price Plans so you can take advantage of off-peak energy rates and at cost network charges, perfect if you have solar panels, electric vehicles and solar battery storage. Contact us if you would like to hear more about our wholesale plans.
- Off peak up to 40% cheaper rates
- No contracts
- Great for EV owners and solar customers
- More control over your power bill
- Energy rates as low as 1c/kWh
- Most popular option for solar battery and EV owners
- The perfect plan for any solar customers!
- 21c peak & 16c off peak buy back rates
- Flat import retail rate across peak and off peak periods
MAKE THE SWITCH
Why switch to ecotricity?
We are a transparent retailer, offering you the best:
- NZs best solar buy back rates
- Network charges at cost
- No fixed customer contracts or termination fees
- NZs lowest climate positive certified off-peak rates
- Most competitive pricing in specific regions around the country
Contact us if you would like to hear more about our wholesale plans.
Meet the Experts
Your Ecotricity Solar Team
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Solar Partner manager
Luis
Luis is Ecotricity's Solar Group Manager focused in building strong relationships with installers and energy professionals across New Zealand and gathering market feedback to develop retail solutions that match customer needs. Luis feels privileged to work with an inspiring solar team and being at the forefront of large solar development across the motu. Passionate about renewable energy and securing our sustainable future, he works to deliver impactful solar solutions, ensuring partners and end-customers receive top-notch service and support along their solar journey. -
Solar Partner manager
Tash
Tash is one of our Solar Partnership Managers, dedicated to strengthening relationships with solar installers and end customers across New Zealand. With a strong commitment to sustainability and creating a better future, she builds connections that encourage teamwork and drive success. Natasha works with installers to promote the adoption of solar energy, helping them to overcome challenges and take advantage of opportunities. Her friendly approach makes her a trusted resource for solar installers, ensuring they always feel supported and valued. -
Solar Partner manager
Adam
Adam is one of our Solar Partner Managers here at Ecotricity. He brings an upbeat attitude and critical thinking to help build and strengthen the partnership between Ecotricity and our solar partners across Aotearoa. Being a keen dragon-boater, he also brings the mentality of all pulling towards one common goal, together, to Ecotricity and our partners. With a diverse background in finance, technology, and AI, combined with a genuine passion for sustainability, Adam is committed to delivering top-tier solar solutions for both our partners and customers.
Dedicated meter upgrade team
We have an in house meter upgrade team for efficient Import/Export meter replacements and any other metering related queries making life easier for you or your solar installer to get you up and running.
Export tariffs are integrated into all of our pricing plans so you will be automatically credited for excess generation if you have an Import/Export meter on site.
Plus, 95% of our meters are smart half hour certified meters which means every couple of days you can see how youâre tracking online in our customer portal.
Need an Import/Export meter replacement? Follow this link to fill out an Import/Export metering application form.
FAQs
Got a question
Sometimes it can take a few days for data to sync on the portal. Please wait until your next invoice to see if your data is showing.
Any energy generated from your solar panels that you don't use is sold back to us. We apply a credit for every unit which works to offset your monthly invoices.
You will need an import export meter installed on site which we will arrange with your solar installer.
It does not have an impact on the network charge that applies for the electricity connection, but because you use energy from your solar panels you save unit network charges (that you would normally pay per unit of electricity from the grid).
No, we do not cap solar export.
