These guidelines have been prepared as part of the role of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) assisting the uptake of renewable energy in New Zealand. Wind energy is a significant renewable resource in New Zealand and its development is in its infancy; 36MW was installed prior to 2004. This will have increased 360% during 2004 and has the potential to exceed 2,500MW in the future.
EECA has produced this draft guidance document for local government on domestic-scale distributed generation. The document covers photovoltaic (solar electric panels), micro and small-scale wind turbines, and micro and small-scale hydro turbines. The document is intended to provide information on these technologies, the extent and likelihood of any adverse effects associated with the technologies, and ways that these effects can be mitigated. The document has been released as draft and feedback is welcomed.
This document provides information about the Distributed Generation (DG) Fund, and will assist potential respondents to prepare their proposals in response to the Request for Proposals (RFP).
The Distributed Generation Fund is set up to assist potential DG project developers investigate a particular DG project in New Zealand. The Distributed Generation Fund can help verify whether the DG project in question can be a viable and sound investment.