Mercury NZ Reaches FID on Puke Kapo Hau Wind Farm
The New Zealand Wind Energy Association (NZWEA) welcomes Mercury NZ’s announcement that it has reached FID (Financial Investment Decision) to advance the proposed Puke Kapo Hau wind farm west of Dunedin in the South Island of New Zealand. NZWEA Chief Executive Kevin Hart said the decision is yet another strong signal that wind energy is […]
New Zealand Wind Energy Association Welcomes Passing of Offshore Renewable Energy Bill
The New Zealand Wind Energy Association (NZWEA) welcomes the passing of the Offshore Renewable Energy Bill, describing it as a significant milestone for New Zealand’s renewable energy transition. NZWEA Chief Executive Kevin Hart said the legislation provides the regulatory certainty needed to unlock investment in offshore wind energy which is needed to support Aotearoa New […]
Wired for Energy Podcast of the New Zealand Wind Energy Association, to explore the evolving landscape of wind power in Aotearoa.
The New Zealand Wind Energy Association (NZWEA) is extremely disappointed by the COVID-19 fast track consent panel’s decision to reject Contact Energy’s proposed Southland wind farm, a project that would have been a significant step toward Aotearoa New Zealand’s transition to a net-zero future. While NZWEA respects the Panel’s decision, this simply delays Aotearoa’s energy […]
Legislation to unlock New Zealand’s offshore wind potential
Kākāriki’s vision is to accelerate the transformation of the NZ energy sector and the decarbonisation of industry
NZWEA disappointed by the COVID-19 fast track consent panel’s decision to reject Contact Energy’s proposed Southland wind farm
The New Zealand Wind Energy Association (NZWEA) is extremely disappointed by the COVID-19 fast track consent panel’s decision to reject Contact Energy’s proposed Southland wind farm, a project that would have been a significant step toward Aotearoa New Zealand’s transition to a net-zero future. While NZWEA respects the Panel’s decision, this simply delays Aotearoa’s energy […]
NZWEA Welcomes Fast Track Approvals Bill Renewable Energy Announcement
The New Zealand Wind Energy Association (NZWEA) welcomes the Government’s announcement that 7 wind energy projects are to be included as part of Schedule 2A of the Fast-Track Approvals Bill. “NZWEA CEO Kevin Hart said “not only is it pleasing to see 22 renewable energy projects included in the Fast Track Schedule, but wind […]
CEO on Mike Hosking Breakfast – Fast Track
The wind energy sector is praising the Government’s move to help fast track three new wind farms under the COVID fast track approvals process.