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Ross Island wind farm producing more electricity than expected, benefiting this fragile Antarctic environment. READ MORE...


Wind Energy 2030 - six fold increase in wind farms conclusion of careful analysis. READ MORE...


2012 Conference presentations now online. READ MORE...


Major wind energy conference heads for Hamilton. READ MORE...


Positive signs for wind energy in latest NZ Energy Outlook, but it underestimates what wind can deliver. READ MORE...


Positive signs for wind energy in latest NZ Energy Outlook, but it underestimates what wind can deliver. READ MORE...


Welcome for approval of the Mount Cass wind farm in Canterbury. READ MORE...


Economics report shows Kiwis will be better off by up to $390pa each with more wind farms. READ MORE...


Another wind farm approval good news for New Zealand READ MORE...


NZWEA welcomes Government Energy Strategy – Wind Energy has a major part to play in 90% renewables target READ MORE...

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Resources for teachers and children interested in learning about wind energy in New Zealand and around the world.

Wind Energy 2030 Report

More wind powered generation in New Zealand, producing 20% of our electricity


By 2030 there will be a six-fold increase in wind generated electricity.

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Wind farms in New Zealand

New Zealand’s wind farms have an installed capacity of 622 megawatts and generate over 4% of our electricity.