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Harmony Energy Launches Dual-Use Tauhei Solar Farm New Zealand

7/19/2026

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Harmony Energy completed the Tauhei solar farm in New Zealand, now operating under a 10-year PPA with Meridian Energy.
The farm maintains agricultural use by converting former dairy fields to sheep grazing beneath the panels.
Construction peaked at 350 workers.
Transpower added 650 MW last financial year.
Transpower plans 900 MW this year while falling panel costs and abundant hydro have lowered wholesale prices, opening household electrification opportunities.

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Story summary

Harmony Energy completed the Tauhei solar farm in New Zealand, now operating under a 10-year PPA with Meridian Energy.
The farm maintains agricultural use by converting former dairy fields to sheep grazing beneath the panels.
Construction peaked at 350 workers.
Transpower added 650 MW last financial year.
Transpower plans 900 MW this year while falling panel costs and abundant hydro have lowered wholesale prices, opening household electrification opportunities.