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Mahinerangi wind farm decision signals growth in wind energy
(31 July 2008)
The Environment Court’s interim decision to approve TrustPower’s proposed Mahinerangi Wind Farm indicates growing recognition of wind energy’s benefits for the environment and energy security, says the New Zealand Wind Energy Association.
“It’s pleasing to see the Court acknowledge that renewable electricity generation reduces the need for thermal generation and that arguments regarding lack of wind generation during times of peak demand miss the key point,” says NZWEA Chief Executive Fraser Clark. Read the full press release. (25kB)
Growth in wind generation good for New Zealand
(2 July 2008)
Figures released today by the Ministry of Economic Development show wind energy is making an important and growing contribution to New Zealand’s electricity supply, says the New Zealand Wind Energy Association. Read the full press release. (27kB)
Energy and climate change policies key to avoiding repeat of electricity crisis
(17 June 2008)
“New Zealand needs stable government policy that enables the development of renewable electricity generation in order to reduce the risk of electricity shortages in future dry years” says Fraser Clark, Chief Executive of the New Zealand Wind Energy Association. “The current uncertainty around energy and climate change policy, such as the future of the ETS, is a disincentive to investment in new generation. This investment is needed to ensure we do not experience supply shortages in future dry years.” Read the full press release. (35kB)
Teach and learn about wind energy in New Zealand: New resources for teachers and students
(6 June 2008)
Use our new wind energy lesson plan and student factsheet to explore the way wind energy is generated, its benefits and environmental impacts, and gain an understanding of why we must make good decisions about using our natural resources. Click here for more.
Explore the way wind energy is generated, its benefits and environmental impacts, and gain an understanding of why we must make good decisions about using our natural resources. Click here to view.
