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The government steps up: New Zealand emissions targets may become legally binding
DataCentre infrastructure

The government steps up: New Zealand emissions targets may become legally binding

Green Party backs call for new climate law to tackle pollution in New Zealand. Emissions targets would be legally binding.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Jul 2017
New Zealand's renewable energy expertise is in worldwide demand
DataCentre infrastructure

New Zealand's renewable energy expertise is in worldwide demand

New Zealand's renewable energy expertise is in worldwide demand as our development programme continues to help Pacific Island nations...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jul 2017
New Zealand plans to power remote Pacific communities with renewable technology
DataCentre infrastructure

New Zealand plans to power remote Pacific communities with renewable technology

A coalition of NZ based clean energy companies have decided to tackle the power insecurity that many remote Pacific communities face...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jul 2017
Green Party comes out guns blazing, promising a carbon neutral NZ
DataCentre infrastructure

Green Party comes out guns blazing, promising a carbon neutral NZ

The Green Party says that New Zealand has been held back from embracing clean economic opportunities, they plan on changing that...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jul 2017
Most new cars electric vehicles by 2040
Smart Cities

Most new cars electric vehicles by 2040

Cheaper batteries are set to make electric cars affordable upfront in major markets by 2029, spurring a faster global sales surge.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017
Global oil projects on track to double this year
Power / Energy

Global oil projects on track to double this year

Upstream spending is rebounding as oil majors push through more low-risk projects, with sanctions set to nearly double to 25 this year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Jul 2017
Electricity companies to become digital utilities?
Software-as-a-Service

Electricity companies to become digital utilities?

Nearly 60 per cent of industry respondents say current systems need major changes as electric cars and prosumers reshape demand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2017
NZ energy innovation bill speeds through its third reading in parliament
DataCentre infrastructure

NZ energy innovation bill speeds through its third reading in parliament

New Zealand introduces new measures to boost electric vehicles and energy efficiency, with changes to legislation and incentives for EV uptake.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017
Majors seek to capture renewables market
Power / Energy

Majors seek to capture renewables market

Oil and gas groups face pressure to diversify as analysts forecast wind and solar could absorb more capital by 2030, despite limited production gains.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Greenpeace calls for an overhaul of the New Zealand electricity industry
DataCentre infrastructure

Greenpeace calls for an overhaul of the New Zealand electricity industry

Greenpeace calls for overhaul of electricity industry after Solarcity's complaint against solar tax is dismissed in court.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise
Power / Energy

Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise

Charging networks and low running costs are helping New Zealand’s electric car uptake, as registrations hit a monthly record and sales broadened.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
New Zealand parliament reviews energy plans for a cleaner NZ
DataCentre infrastructure

New Zealand parliament reviews energy plans for a cleaner NZ

Judith Collins releases NZ's energy efficiency strategy, calling for actions to maximize clean, renewable energy.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017
Solarcity fails to gain traction with their complaint against solar tax
Power / Energy

Solarcity fails to gain traction with their complaint against solar tax

Solarcity's solar tax battle falters as High Court denies their plea, affecting 45,000 Kiwis and NZ's renewable energy prospects.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2017
BRANZ releases three updated guides
Sustainability

BRANZ releases three updated guides

Updated guidance now covers energy efficiency, photovoltaics and greywater reuse for New Zealand’s building trade.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 28th May 2017
Scientists discover South Island geothermal activity
Power / Energy

Scientists discover South Island geothermal activity

Unexpectedly hot water at depth could make Westland a significant clean energy source, with temperatures rivaling volcanic zones despite no volcanoes.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th May 2017
Greens call for halt to scrapping of electric trains
Clean technologies

Greens call for halt to scrapping of electric trains

New Zealand could face higher rail costs and more breakdowns after KiwiRail was warned diesel replacements may be pricier and less reliable than electrics.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017
Vivid pointers for a brighter future
Māori

Vivid pointers for a brighter future

New Zealand could hit net zero only by changing land use, as the report says a clean power grid and more electric transport are not enough.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 7th May 2017
Electric vehicle batteries research reveals reliability
Power / Energy

Electric vehicle batteries research reveals reliability

A new report may reassure buyers that sudden battery failure is rare and most EV packs should last well beyond their warranty.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017
Greens launch plan for cheaper, cleaner electricity
Power / Energy

Greens launch plan for cheaper, cleaner electricity

Households could get relief from power bills as the Greens propose NZD $112 million in winter payments and a 2030 renewable target.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 23rd Apr 2017