Solar tips and links
Knowing where to start with your solar journey can be daunting, so we’ve pulled together some resources, so you have quality information to hand. Have questions or need some guidance? We're here to help – drop us a line at hello@energy.nz or call on 0800 JOB DONE.
Explore stories, tools, and information to help you make smart energy choices — saving money, enhancing wellbeing, and reducing emissions. Gen Less is supported by EECA (the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority). It’s a government agency dedicated to mobilising New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use.
Solar Savings calculator
Interested in what your savings might be with solar?
Check out this tool from the Gen Less website. All you need is:
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A power bill
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An idea of the direction and tilt of your roof
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10-15 mins


There is a great page to learn about solar on the Rewiring Aotearoa rooftop solar page here
Rewiring Aotearoa is an independent non-partisan non-profit. It is a registered charity working on energy, climate, and electrification research, advocacy, and supporting communities through the energy transition. The team consists of New Zealand energy, policy, and community outreach experts who have demonstrated experience both locally and internationally.
Their work gives households and businesses the information and inspiration they need to make decisions that will reduce their costs and their carbon emissions.
Green Bank Loans
Make installation easy with a green loan from your bank.
Your bank will offer a special low rate to help you create a more energy efficient home – find out more here: