Wind energy

Hydro Tasmania Consulting, Climate Managers and Baker & McKenzie have been
engaged by EECA to develop a Business-As-Usual (BAU) case for the take-up rates of
domestic and small-scale grid-integrated renewable energy (electricity) systems in New
Zealand to the year 2030. This report outlines the assumptions and influences affecting
the take-up-rate projections, and includes BAU projections.
Grid-connected domestic and distribution-scale renewable energy (electricity) systems

These guidelines have been prepared as part of the role of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) assisting the uptake of renewable energy in New Zealand. Wind energy is a significant renewable resource in New Zealand and its development is in its infancy; 36MW was installed prior to 2004. This will have increased 360% during 2004 and has the potential to exceed 2,500MW in the future.

This document provides information about the Distributed Generation (DG) Fund, and will assist potential respondents to prepare their proposals in response to the Request for Proposals (RFP).

The Distributed Generation Fund is set up to assist potential DG project developers investigate a particular DG project in New Zealand. The Distributed Generation Fund can help verify whether the DG project in question can be a viable and sound investment.

By reducing their electricity needs and installing two small wind turbines, owners of this Canterbury tourist lodge have eliminated their power bill - and they're getting paid for the excess electricity they generate.