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Is solar power actually worth it?

April 11, 2024

At the risk of sounding biased, YES, solar power is worth the financial investment – in most situations.   At Solartive, our most popular Grid …

Solar Buy Back Rates

What are Solar Buy-Back Rates?

June 13, 2023

If you’ve made the decision to invest in solar power, you’re probably aware of the many benefits it can bring to your home or …

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Budget Announcement 2023 – Renewable Energy

May 31, 2023

We were anxiously waiting on the Budget announcement to gain some insight into the Government’s thoughts, plans and initiatives for renewable energy – specifically …

Save money with solar

Maximise your savings with Grid Connected Solar

May 8, 2023

If you have or are considering grid-connected solar to do better for our planet, save money on power bills, or have back up power …

Solartive achieves two Highly Commended Te Tai Tokerau Māori Business Awards 2023

March 9, 2023

On Friday 3th March, the Te Tai Tokerau Māori Business Awards event was hosted by Te Hiringa Trust & Business Promotions in Whangārei.  The bi-annual event celebrates the uniqueness of Māori brands, stories, intergenerational perspectives and businesses locally and in the global marketplace.

Westpac Warm Up loans for solar

August 1, 2022

The major banks across the country are certainly looking into what they can offer to support warmer, dryer, healthier and energy-efficient homes.  Westpac has …

ANZ Home Loan

ANZ introduces 1% interest rate home loans for energy efficiency upgrade

July 7, 2022

The tides are turning e te iwi. ANZ Bank have introduced a Good Energy Home Loan top up to help existing (or new who …

Electric Kiwi Introduces Export Rates for Solar

February 23, 2022

New Zealand’s newest and fastest-growing power company – Electric Kiwi – is now offering its customers a solar buyback rate on all plans. On …

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Westpac Offers Interest-Free Loans For Solar Power

September 16, 2021

In an effort to address climate change, Westpac is now offering interest-free loans on solar power systems and a range of products that aim to keep homes healthy and warm.

Green Party: Better to spend $1.5b on solar panels than roads

Green Party: Spend $1.5b on Solar Panels

July 13, 2020

The Green Party wants to spend more on getting solar panels for state houses before ensuring they are warm and dry. Co-leader James Shaw says both can be done at the same time.