{"id":404015,"date":"2024-08-27T10:04:58","date_gmt":"2024-08-27T10:04:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.staging.1int.co.uk\/?p=404015"},"modified":"2024-08-27T10:05:01","modified_gmt":"2024-08-27T10:05:01","slug":"new-zealand-kowhai-park-solar-farm-breaks-ground","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.staging.1int.co.uk\/nz\/news\/new-zealand-kowhai-park-solar-farm-breaks-ground\/","title":{"rendered":"New Zealand: K\u014dwhai Park solar farm breaks ground"},"content":{"rendered":"
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New Zealand: K\u014dwhai Park solar farm breaks ground<\/h1>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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We\u2019re pleased to share that our K\u014dwhai Park solar farm in Christchurch, New Zealand, has officially broken ground following the project\u2019s successful financial close.<\/strong> This milestone was marked with a sod-turning event on Tuesday 27 August, bringing together key figures from the energy sector and the local community to celebrate a significant step forward in the region’s renewable energy journey.<\/p>\n

The event began with a karakia \u2013 a traditional M\u0101ori prayer \u2013 led by Maaka Tau from Ng\u0101i T\u016b\u0101huriri. It acknowledged the world and taiao (environment) and recognised the importance of the mahi (work) ahead of us.<\/p>\n

In a series of speeches, leaders underscored the importance of the K\u014dwhai Park solar farm in advancing New Zealand\u2019s renewable energy goals. Mike Fuge, CEO of Contact Energy, highlighted how this project contributes to the country’s clean energy transition. New Zealand Minister for Energy Hon Simeon Brown discussed the government\u2019s commitment to supporting such initiatives, reinforcing New Zealand\u2019s path toward a sustainable future. Justin Watson, CEO of Christchurch International Airport Limited, also emphasised the collaborative effort behind the project and its critical role in supporting the region’s energy needs.<\/p>\n

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Adam Pegg, Managing Director of APAC at Lightsource bp, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership at the event, saying: \u201cWe are excited to be part of New Zealand’s energy mix. Drawing from our global experience, we\u2019re committed to delivering low-cost, reliable energy solutions for New Zealand. We\u2019ve built strong partnerships with both Contact Energy and Christchurch Airport, and we\u2019re proud to lead such an important and complex project for the region.\u201d<\/p>\n

The event was also attended by our engineering, procurement, and construction contractor Chintec, as well as other key stakeholders including Ventia, Orion, Airways, and city councillors, underscoring the broad support and collaboration behind the K\u014dwhai Park project.<\/p>\n

This event was more than a ceremonial milestone \u2013 it was a celebration of progress, partnership, and a shared vision for a sustainable future. We look forward to providing further updates as the K\u014dwhai Park solar farm continues to progress.<\/p>\n

Explore our New Zealand projects<\/h2>\n

Curious to learn more about our commitment to renewable energy in New Zealand? Discover the innovative projects we\u2019re leading across the country and see how we\u2019re helping to shape a sustainable future.<\/p>\n

Read more about our projects in New Zealand<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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