Solar power generation system of Auckland factory in New Zealand

Is Kiwi solar launching a solar farm in South Auckland?

Auckland, New Zealand (NZ)-headquartered utility-scale and commercial rooftop solar installation company Kiwi Solar has announced its 13 MW Ardmore Solar Farm in South Auckland is now live, after a 5.5 month construction period.

Why is solar power important to New Zealand?

Solar power is increasingly important to New Zealand as it provides a low-cost clean, renewable energy source. However, intermittent generation like solar and wind must be accurately forecast to allow the electricity system to coordinate itself efficiently.

How many solar farms are there in New Zealand?

A large proportion of new electricity generation in New Zealand is from solar farms. New Zealand’s first large-scale solar farm connected to the grid was Kohirā in Kaitaiā, in November 2023. Since then, four other large-scale solar farms have come online (Figure 3).

What is solar energy in New Zealand?

Learn about solar energy in New Zealand, and its advantages and limitations. In October 2022, Electricity Authority data showed 43,641 solar systems installed across New Zealand, adding up to 240 MW. This makes up an estimated contribution of under 1% of total electricity consumption.