Solar

When Maree Handy built on a remote property near Fairlie in South Canterbury, she had
the choice of connecting to the nearby electricity lines or building her own stand alone
power system. Being independent from the grid and never receiving another power bill
was appealing - so she opted for her own ‘little power station'.

Application form for solar water heating feasibility studies for public buildings.

Information on choosing and installing a solar water heating system.

Like many rural or remote properties, connecting to the electricity grid was not an option
for this remote island holiday home the Bay of Islands. Instead, a stand alone power system
generates the electricity needed for a relaxing getaway with all the comforts of home.