Turning innovative energy ideas into reality

Our focus is to advance New Zealand’s future energy sector by accelerating the demonstration, commercialisation and deployment of critical innovations and emerging technologies into the market. This work integrates with national and international investment into the energy sector in New Zealand.

How we can help you

Events

Monthly Taranaki Energy Update

2023 offered us some excellent opportunities to hear from energy innovators and companies, with 2024 promising to deliver more of the same.

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News

CentrePort to pilot battery energy storage system

Ara Ake and CentrePort are joining forces to electrify port operations by piloting innovative energy solutions as part of the port’s energy transition programme.

Counties Energy wins Innovation Award at the New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards

Counties Energy received the Innovation in Energy Award, with the award proudly sponsored by Ara Ake.

UK partnership could progress offshore wind in Taranaki

A delegation from the United Kingdom visiting Taranaki has announced its interest in supporting the establishment of an offshore wind industry in the region.

Energy pilot launches to empower local communities

A collaboration between Ara Ake, Orion and the Community Energy Network is piloting a programme to support Christchurch and Selwyn communities develop a range of community energy projects.