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A roadmap to better infrastructure
Supply Chain

A roadmap to better infrastructure

Local and central government backing will decide whether New Zealand's 30-year infrastructure strategy turns recommendations into real projects.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
Wireless EV charging a gamechanger
Smart Cities

Wireless EV charging a gamechanger

Public road trials and taxi ranks could make electric vehicle charging faster, cheaper and less disruptive for drivers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 10th Apr 2022
War in Ukraine could end fossil fuels – are we ready?
Smart Cities

War in Ukraine could end fossil fuels – are we ready?

Europe’s energy security has been exposed by Russia’s invasion, strengthening calls for a rapid shift to renewables and digital twins.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 13th Mar 2022
Water sector a key player in managing climate change
Power / Energy

Water sector a key player in managing climate change

Poor sanitation and water management are emitting methane, while better policy could help cut climate pollution and expand clean energy.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
What do the outcomes of COP26 mean for infrastructure?
Clean technologies

What do the outcomes of COP26 mean for infrastructure?

Climate pledges made at COP26 could speed up investment in clean energy, EV charging and low-carbon materials, despite weak deadlines.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 5th Jan 2022
Christchurch Airport announces 400ha green energy park
Data centers

Christchurch Airport announces 400ha green energy park

Phase one of the park could supply electricity for 30,000 homes and help Canterbury businesses and aviation cut fossil fuel use.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Dec 2021
How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?
Supply Chain

How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?

Delays and cost pressures are looming for major works as New Zealand struggles to secure key construction materials, a new study finds.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021
Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations
Supply Chain

Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations

Industry leaders say the draft 30-year plan could give New Zealand clearer funding, planning and delivery for vital infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises
Agricultural Technology

The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises

Farmers face production cuts and taxpayers could be left with a multi-billion-dollar overseas carbon bill as the 2030 target is questioned.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development
Clean technologies

New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development

Kiwi architects and builders could gain work as the island's new runway opens direct flights, boosting trade and tourism links.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021

Global Stories

Renewable energy stories

Data centres are beginning to support the electric grid and help boost global renewable energy
DataCentre infrastructure

Data centres are beginning to support the electric grid and help boost global renewable energy

Data centers will use uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to support the electric grid and renewable energy, says Omdia.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Feb 2022
Infinidium reveals world-first power generator data cooling system
DataCentre infrastructure

Infinidium reveals world-first power generator data cooling system

Infinidium Power Corp. launches world-first power generator data cooling system, touted as the most efficient ever designed.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Jan 2022
Epson moves closer to 100% renewable electricity target
Power / Energy

Epson moves closer to 100% renewable electricity target

Epson has become the first company in the Japanese manufacturing industry to convert to 100% renewable electricity for all its domestic sites.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Nov 2021
Salesforce announces its operations are powered entirely by renewable energy
Data Analytics

Salesforce announces its operations are powered entirely by renewable energy

The company also announced it has expanded its net zero approach to its entire value chain — focusing on six sustainability priorities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
Contact & Simply Energy to provide renewable power generation for Clyde data centre
DataCentre infrastructure

Contact & Simply Energy to provide renewable power generation for Clyde data centre

Simply Energy will provide 10 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy for the NZ data centre through 'demand flexibility' technology.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021
Equinix AU to lead renewable energy purchasing group with H&M, Goldman Sachs, HSBC & Nike
Hyperscale

Equinix AU to lead renewable energy purchasing group with H&M, Goldman Sachs, HSBC & Nike

The ACCC has given Equinix the go-ahead to lead a joint renewable energy purchasing group for solar and wind electricity generation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Aug 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Torutek?
Surveillance

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Torutek?

We speak to CEO Chris Yu to learn about Torutek, a New Zealand-based software firm harnessing the power of AI, IoT, and facial recognition.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Fri, 30th Jul 2021

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