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Nearly 7000 Homes Across Otago Potentially Eligible For Free Insulation
Tuesday, 15 October 2024, 9:57 am | EECA
The Government’s Warmer Kiwi Homes programme, administered by EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) covers 80-90% of the cost of approved insulation for owner-occupied homes built before 2008 in lower-income areas. More >>
Government Funding For Reducing Emissions From The Maritime Sector Announced
Thursday, 9 February 2023, 2:31 pm | EECA
A new report published by EECA (the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) highlights the maritime sector’s heavy reliance on fossil fuels and the opportunity to transition boats to clean energy – to protect our oceans and environment. “Fuel ... More >>
Record Jump In Energy And Carbon Savings From NZ Efficient Product Sales
Wednesday, 1 December 2021, 12:53 pm | EECA
The increasing energy efficiency of appliances sold in New Zealand has saved $38 million over one year and reduced carbon emissions by the equivalent of taking 19,600 cars off the road1, according to EECA. The increasing energy efficiency of appliances ... More >>
EECA To Consult On Proposed Energy Levies
Monday, 8 November 2021, 3:15 pm | EECA
EECA is seeking feedback on its proposed energy levy-funded activities for the 2022/23 year. EECA receives part of its funding from levies collected from the engine fuel, electricity and gas sectors, with the levies funding allowing EECA to continue work ... More >>
Legal Action Against Second Electric Hot Water Cylinder Company
Monday, 11 October 2021, 10:06 am | EECA
EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) is taking legal action against an electric hot water cylinder company for making misleading claims about the energy efficiency of its cylinders. This is the second prosecution by EECA - last December ... More >>
Wide Range Of Returns From Business Investment In Solar – New EECA Analysis
Wednesday, 4 August 2021, 8:31 am | EECA
A new report commissioned by EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) shows a wide range of rates of return for large businesses considering investing in commercial-scale solar. EECA says 11 different types of businesses in eight regions ... More >>
Information For Business And Government To Explore Emissions Reduction Options
Tuesday, 25 May 2021, 5:05 pm | EECA
An updated modelling tool will help businesses and organisations grappling with climate change make better-informed decisions about energy use. EECA, (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) in partnership with Business NZ Energy Council (BEC) ... More >>
New Zealanders Save $31.4 Million From Energy Efficient Appliances
Monday, 30 November 2020, 10:41 am | EECA
The increasing energy efficiency of appliances has resulted in energy savings to New Zealanders of more than $31.4 million for products sold over a year, according to sales data analysis by EECA. That’s the equivalent of the average annual electricity ... More >>
EECA Pushes New Approach To Climate Change Action With Fresh Campaign
Friday, 13 November 2020, 8:13 am | EECA
A new Gen Less campaign launched by EECA encourages New Zealanders to flip the usual way they think about climate change, and demonstrates that climate action doesn’t need to be another burden to carry - in fact, it can be liberating and positive. ... More >>
Gen Less Ways Of Working And Travelling Can Cut Climate Emissions Dramatically And At No Cost
Monday, 6 July 2020, 8:58 am | EECA
If enough New Zealanders continued to work from home on a regular basis, the country could easily save the same amount of carbon emissions as taking 35,000 cars off the road, according to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority. The analysis ... More >>
Tips For The Cold Winter Nights
Wednesday, 10 June 2020, 3:15 pm | EECA
There are easy ways and inexpensive ways to warm up your home during winter, with overnight temperatures reaching zero in some parts of the country. Dr Marcos Pelenur from EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) says there are about 724,000 ... More >>
Warmer Kiwi Homes Insulation And Heater Programme On Hold.
Tuesday, 24 March 2020, 4:33 pm | EECA
The Government’s Warmer Kiwi Homes insulation and heater grants programme is on hold, in response to the Prime Minister’s announcement New Zealand is moving to Level 4. “It’s important to do whatever we can to keep the community safe from ... More >>
Government heat pump subsidies proving popular
Tuesday, 11 February 2020, 9:32 am | EECA
New Zealand’s Energy Efficiency & Conversation Authority (EECA) is offering grants for heaters and home insulation products and services. More >>
EECA achieves carbon zero status
Thursday, 28 November 2019, 10:54 am | EECA
The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) is walking its talk on reducing emissions by becoming a certified carbon zero organisation. More >>
Sales of inefficient light bulbs plummet
Wednesday, 6 November 2019, 2:39 pm | EECA
Supermarket sales of energy-hungry incandescent light bulbs have halved since 2015, a trend welcomed by EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority). More >>
Marine Electrification Fund Recipients Announced
Monday, 14 October 2019, 9:55 am | EECA
Low-emission marine transport projects are receiving a boost to the tune of $800,000, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) announced today. More >>
Energy efficiency key action to help meet renewable goals
Friday, 19 July 2019, 11:23 am | EECA
Nationwide uptake of energy efficient technology, such as LED lighting and heat pumps, could significantly reduce the cost of meeting New Zealand’s ambitious renewable electricity goals, according to new modelling. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation ... More >>
EECA welcomes new IEA group targeting energy efficiency
Wednesday, 10 July 2019, 12:39 pm | EECA
The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) has welcomed the formation of a new global group prioritising energy efficiency policy, with New Zealand’s Energy Minister Hon Dr Megan Woods joining as a founding member. The International ... More >>
Proposals could be game changer for EVs
Tuesday, 9 July 2019, 8:56 am | EECA
Proposals to get more low-emission vehicles on New Zealand roads could be a major step for the transport sector and for transitioning New Zealand to a low-carbon economy, according to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA). More >>
Warm up for winter
Wednesday, 3 April 2019, 9:24 am | EECA
Winter is coming but you may be able to make your home warmer and drier with a Government grant covering at least two-thirds of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation. More >>
