Wind Energy Association challenges wind mythsWednesday, 17 December 2008 The New Zealand Wind Energy Association's new website, www.windenergy.org.nz, brings together information about the wind energy industry, the potential for wind energy in NZ and a discussion of some issues... |
Te Uku wind farm consent finds good balanceThursday, 27 November 2008 The New Zealand Wind Energy Association welcomes the Environment Court's issuing of a consent order for Wel Networks' and Meridian Energy's proposed 28-turbine Te Uku wind farm, near Raglan. "This... |
NZIER report highlights wind energy's benefits for consumersFriday, 3 October 2008 The NZIER report examining the relationship between wind and hydro generation, released yesterday by the Major Electricity Users' Group, confirms that wind energy is making a positive and growing contribution... |
Mahinerangi wind farm decision signals growth in wind energyWednesday, 30 July 2008 The Environment Court’s interim decision to approve TrustPower’s proposed Mahinerangi Wind Farm indicates growing recognition of wind energy’s benefits for the environment and energy security, says the New Zealand Wind... |
Growth in wind generation good for New ZealandTuesday, 1 July 2008 Figures released today by the Ministry of Economic Development show wind energy is making an important and growing contribution to New Zealand’s electricity supply, says the New Zealand Wind Energy... |
Energy and climate change policies key to avoiding repeat of electricity crisisMonday, 16 June 2008 “New Zealand needs stable government policy that enables the development of renewable electricity generation in order to reduce the risk of electricity shortages in future dry years” says Fraser Clark,... |
Overwhelming support for wind energyThursday, 29 May 2008 “New Zealand has a huge and clearly identified potential for wind energy – and it is clear that most New Zealanders would like to see this resource harnessed for electricity... |
Delaying the ETS risks electricity securityTuesday, 20 May 2008 “Delaying the Emissions Trading Scheme risks discouraging investment in new electricity generation,” says Gerry Coates, Chair of the New Zealand Wind Energy Association.“Delaying the Emissions Trading Scheme risks discouraging investment... |
Wind energy making a growing contribution to electricity securityTuesday, 8 April 2008 “There are no fundamental technical barriers to the integration of 20% wind energy into the electrical system in New Zealand.” says Charlie Smith, Executive Director of the US-based Utility Wind... |
Wind energy – the logical choiceMonday, 7 April 2008 “Wind energy is making a growing contribution to New Zealand’s energy mix,” says Fraser Clark, Chief Executive of the New Zealand Wind Energy Association. Delegates at the New Zealand Wind... |
New Zealand needs more wind energySunday, 6 April 2008 “New Zealand needs more wind energy”, says Fraser Clark, New Zealand Wind Energy Association Chief Executive. “We must maximise the use of our world class wind resource if we want... |
Increasing gas prices drive rising electricity pricesThursday, 27 March 2008 To say the 90% renewable energy target will be directly responsible for increased electricity prices ignores current electricity price trends, say Fraser Clark, CEO of the New Zealand Wind Energy... |
Electricity price debate ignores impact of rising gas pricesTuesday, 26 February 2008 Recent debate about the impact that increased renewable generation may have on electricity prices has missed the potentially greater impact of rapidly increasing gas prices, according to Fraser Clark, CEO... |
Greater wind uptake can ease electricity supply concernsMonday, 28 January 2008 The high electricity prices seen in the North Island late last week demonstrate the need for diversity in our sources of electricity and greater use of wind energy, according to... |
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