The 'Electric Election': energy policies, side by side
New Zealand is at the 'electrification tipping point', according to a new report from non-profit Rewiring Aotearoa ... CEO Mike Casey knows all about the environmental impact and economic benefit to decarbonising. Mike talks to Jesse about the [Electric Homes] report and his own journey of 'electrification' at his Cromwell property.
Drive Electric says responses from National, Labour, the Green Party and The Opportunity Party show there is a foundation for more stable, long-term transport electrification policy after the election. This is a $120 billion opportunity over the next decade to reduce our dependence on importing fossil fuels.
Read moreDownloadWhatever policy mix is chosen, The Post urges New Zealand to regain its momentum towards an electrified fleet. That requires sustained government direction and the infrastructure to support it. The prospect of another fuel-price shock makes the case more urgent.
Read moreDownloadWe often hear about the benefits of solar when it comes to saving power but turns out there could be similar savings to be made through hot water. In New Zealand, around 1.4 to 1.8 million homes have a hot water cylinder, with hot water making up about 30 percent of a household's costs, these savings could affect many of you. RNZ Money Correspondent, Susan Edmonds wrote a piece about it this morning and we were keen to know more. Josh Ellison is Head of Research at independent energy think tank Rewiring Aotearoa, he joins Jesse now to crunch some numbers.
