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  • Case studies
    15 June 2009

    When they decided to build a modern and stylish getaway on their lush McQueens valley property, the owners of Taurikura Lodge saw the opportunity to make investments that would pay off in the long run. By reducing their electricity needs and installing two small wind turbines, owners of this lodge have eliminated their power bill - and they're getting paid for the excess electricity they generate.

  • Research and reports
    1 March 2009

    This report provides high level guidance to independent renewable energy project developers who wish to investigate and progress distributed generation projects.

    This report was commissioned by EECA and prepared by Sinclair Knight Merz Pty Ltd. The report focuses on geothermal, hydro and wind projects in the range of 10 kW to 20 MW. The report makes developers aware of the range of issues that need to be addressed at the early stages of such projects, up until the point when developers typically seek tender submissions for detailed design and equipment supply.

  • Case studies
    26 August 2009

    Small wind turbines can generate electricity for use on the farm, business and home. Wind turbines can co-exist easily with other farming practices, and have been used for decades on European farms. There is a wide range of turbines suitable for use in New Zealand, ranging from micro-scale to larger commercial-scale systems. This guide to wind power schemes is aimed at a farming audience, and includes practical examples.

  • Guidelines
    4 September 2009

    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.

  • Forms
    4 September 2009

    This form is for use by those applying to the Distributed Generation Fund Request For Proposals.  Before filling it in, applicants should read the Distributed Generation Fund Definition Document which accompanies this document on the EECA website.

  • Fact sheets and brochures
    6 April 2009

    New Zealand has one of the best wind resources in the world. Small wind turbines can be a good way to generate some of your electricity needs, particularly as part of a 'stand-alone' power system or in rural situations.

    Currently, the electricity generated by small-scale wind turbines is considerably more expensive to produce than buying electricity from the national grid.

    Generally, small wind turbines are best suited to rural settings that are exposed to strong and consistent winds, and where there is no connection to the electricity network or grid.

  • Case studies
    12 November 2009

    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.

  • Case studies
    20 June 2009

    This report details the commissioning and monitoring of a wood chip blower system used by HA Foote Haulage supplying wood chips to Tahuna Intermediate School in Dunedin.
    Wood chips are blown into a fuel bunker using a wood chip blower system taking 30 minutes to deliver 9 m3 of wood chips from the truck.

  • Case studies
    20 June 2009

    Waste was one of the first considerations for Southern Pine Products when it started manufacturing MDF (medium density fibreboard) products.
    The company opted to install a briquette press, which turns MDF dust into combustible briquettes for boiler fuel.
    Moffatts Flower Company, a greenhouse complex only 5 km from Southern Pine, now buys all the briquettes the company produces.
    The saving in Southern Pine's waste disposal costs is projected to be $180,000 a year and annual revenue from briquettes is projected to be around $25,000. 

  • Guidelines
    24 May 2010

    This document provides guidance and information to assist with the approval processes and requirements for small-scale distributed renewable energy generation technologies in New Zealand.