Fact sheets and brochures

Setting up a renewable energy generation project can benefit your school in a number of ways.

Seeing solar panels, wind turbines or micro-hydro turbines in action gives students firsthand knowledge of how natural resources can be harnessed to help power their school. Energy outputs and performance can be measured and analysed over time to show, for example, how weather affects the amount of energy generated. In this way, learning opportunities are created across a range of curriculum areas and students develop an
appreciation of the real value of energy.

There is a lot of potential for small-scale hydro schemes on New Zealand rivers, streams and even irrigation systems. Hydro power is one of the cheapest ways of generating electricity on a small-scale. Small schemes (typically less than 10MW) also have less environmental impact than large ones. This guide to small-scale hydro schemes is aimed at a farming audience, and includes practical examples.

Compressed air is a vital utility for many companies. But many compressors in New Zealand businesses don't run efficiently, wasting energy and costing their owners money.

This fact sheet outlines EECA's Air Efficiency Rating Scheme (AERS) which helps smaller users ensure their compressors are as energy efficient as possible, to reduce costs and improve productivity.

Download this booklet to view the winners of the 2009 Awards, and information about their entries.