New Zealand’s renewable energy surge just hit a new gear: the Kaiwera Downs Wind Farm, now fully operational with 46 turbines, powers 96,000 homes—up from 21,000—and injected $100 million into the local economy. Mercury Energy’s second phase, costing $486 million, was completed on time and budget, setting the stage for even bigger moves. With Slopedown’s 55-turbine project in the pipeline and Mahinerangi’s $506 million expansion looming, plus wind and geothermal projects across the country, these investments could collectively power 160,000 more homes by 2026—fueling a cleaner, more resilient energy future.
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