New Zealand’s Renewable Energy Boom: Mapping the Race to 100% Clean Power

New Zealand is on track to reach 100% renewable electricity generation by 2030, according to Meridian Energy general manager of development Guy Waipara. This transition, driven by significant investment in wind, solar, and battery storage projects, is rapidly reducing the country’s reliance on thermal power. While electricity demand is expected to grow by 2% annually, … Read more

Te Maunga Wastewater Plant Linked to Odour in Pāpāmoa and Arataki

Strong odours in Tauranga have been linked to operational issues at the Te Maunga Wastewater Treatment Plant following a discharge into the sewer network, according to the Tauranga City Council. This discharge has disrupted the biological processes used to treat wastewater, and the council expects odour levels to gradually reduce over the next two to … Read more