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100 EV chargers for national network
About 100 more EV chargers will be added to the public network across New Zealand in coming months, with 19 locations on popular holiday routes targeted. Destination charging…
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Renewable energy fund to support community resilience
About 40 solar energy systems will go on community buildings which supported emergency responses in North Island regions affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and other severe weather events They…
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Climate fund to back 100% renewable electricity
A $2 billion fund has the goal of making New Zealand one of the first countries in the world to reach 100% renewable electricity. The Government has worked…
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Clean marine and construction EVs get funding
About 19 innovative transport projects, including the country’s first electric 90-tonne dump truck, a road construction crew using zero-emissions equipment, and an electric hydrofoil ferry, are among recipients…
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Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme to proceed
A decision on the Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme to help overcome dry years when hydro-electric dam levels are low will take at least four years, latest estimates…
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Trees near powerlines – public feedback sought
Cyclone Gabrielle has prompted the Government to seek public feedback on trees near powerlines by April 19. Power cuts have occurred during extreme weather events, with modern EVs…
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Minister drives Fuso eCanter in Japan
Energy and resources minister Megan Woods took a Fuso eCanter for a spin while inspecting its Kawasaki headquarters in Japan. She was part of a New Zealand Government…
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Government funds 26 e-mobility projects
New Zealand’s first electric milk tanker, a solar-panelled bus, electric off-road farm vehicles and new high powered EV charging stations are among projects to get co-funding from the…