Firstgas, part of Clarus, together with GasNet, Nova Energy, Powerco, and Vector, has reached a key milestone in New Zealand’s first hydrogen blending pilot. Fourteen households in Te Horo, on the Kāpiti Coast, are now receiving a gas blend containing 10% hydrogen by volume, delivered through the existing gas distribution network.
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Golden row installed at NZ’s largest solar farm
The ‘golden row’ of photovoltaic panels has now been installed at Tauhei Solar Farm — a key milestone in the construction of what is on track to become New Zealand’s largest solar farm at the time of commissioning in late 2026.
Tauhei solar farm helping light up Te Aroha Domain
Light Up the Domain is a community-led initiative to make Te Aroha’s premier park more welcoming and showcase its unique features. Harmony and First Renewable, part of Clarus, who are joint venture partners in the Tauhei Solar Farm project, have donated $10,000 to support the installation of eco-friendly lights around the Gallipoli Centennial ponds and gardens.
Tauhei Solar Farm supports Te Miro Mountain Bike Park with Solar Installation
The Tauhei Solar Farm project is proud to support Te Miro Mountain Bike Club with the installation of a new solar panel system for the club’s trail maintenance hub. Located near Morrinsville, the club is a volunteer-run organisation dedicated to building and maintaining an extensive network of trails for riders of all skill levels.
Ceremony heralds start of construction on New Zealand’s largest solar farm project
Construction on New Zealand’s largest solar farm project officially began today at Te Aroha in Waikato, marking a significant milestone for the country’s renewable energy future.
Karakia ceremony supports cultural safety at Tauhei Solar Farm
First Renewables, part of Clarus and Harmony Energy held a special Karakia ceremony early on Monday morning, 10 March 2025. Performed by Norm Hill, representing Ngāti Rāhiri Tumutumu and Ngāti Hauā as mana whenua, the ceremony took place to ensure the site culturally safe before ground works commenced.
Harmony Energy and First Renewables JV successfully complete financial close on New Zealand’s largest solar farm
Harmony Energy and Clarus company, First Renewables have approved the final investment for the Tauhei Solar Farm project and successfully completed financial close, with construction set to begin this year.
James Irvine: Focused on the toughest emissions problems
What brings an international leader in renewable energy to move from Europe to New Plymouth? For James Irvine and his family, it was a combination of an appealing job offer, the opportunity to meaningfully fight climate change, and the fabulous Taranaki lifestyle.
Just how big will the Tauhei Solar Farm be?
This year, construction is expected to start on the Tauhei Solar Farm, a joint venture between First Renewables (a Clarus company) and Harmony Energy. Located in Te Aroha, the Tauhei Solar Farm at the time of commissioning, is anticipated to be New Zealand’s largest solar farm at 200 megawatts.
Why we’re excited about solar energy
First Renewables, a Clarus company and Harmony Energy announced early in 2024 that they will develop and own Tauhei Solar Farm. At the time of commissioning in 2026, it is expected to be New Zealand’s largest solar generation site.