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'The neighbourhood effect' is a powerful force when it comes to influencing purchasing decisions. And that's why Bright Sparks like Stephen Drew are so crucial because they can give community members the knowledge and confidence they need to explore these cheaper, cleaner electric options for themselves.
The all-electric Record Keeper community cafe in Geraldine has solar on the roof, an EV charger on the wall and infrared heaters. And, as Drew says, he has had a huge number of conversations about the benefits of solar self-consumption and tried to show customers that charging an EV is about as easy as charging a phone. He has also been working with local businesses to help them electrify and has even done a few home visits. So if you're heading through Geraldine, pop in for an electric chat.
New South Wales gets the memo about the importance of finance and announces scheme offering zero interest loans to households to upgrade to electric stuff; plug-in solar gets the tick of approval to go on sale in the UK soon and the New York Times says it could 'change America'; EVolocity takes electrification to the streets to gets the kids inspired (and eventually employed); a tour of the amazing recycling business Redwood Materials; Think Solar and BYD give it away now; and a skit that cuts close to the bone for many solar dads.
Read moreDownloadAdvances in technology and falling costs mean customer-owned solar and batteries can play a critical role in New Zealand’s energy infrastructure - improving affordability, resilience and sustainability. Multiple trading relationships (MTR) and peer-to-peer trading would enable this potential by increasing competition, customer choice, and innovation in the electricity market, unlocking greater consumer benefits from customer solar and batteries.
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