ZEN's commercial newsletter, June

ZEN's ground mount is custom made to order, ensuring it's engineered to suit any farm's particular layout, load requirements, and site conditions.

Are solar panels worth it in New Zealand? We explain costs, payback periods, potential savings and the advantages of solar batteries for homes.

In a rising-price environment, the temptation may be to source the cheapest available panels to offset cost increases. This is a false economy. The true cost of a solar investment is measured over decades, not months — and in that context, panel quality and manufacturer stability are everything.

Installing solar panels on rental properties is now a strategic investment for landlords. Solar can help you increase rental income, achieve Green Star credentials, cut tenant energy costs, and enable tenants to reduce their carbon footprint, making it a beneficial commercial decision.

Having only launched into the market in 2022, Orkestra is now the leading Australian-based B2B energy modelling software company supporting businesses around the world to unlock clean energy solutions.

We’re delighted to have been awarded the Best medium solar business at SEANZ 2025.

Shrinking supply, rising prices and why commercial solar will be part of the solution for many. In 2025, many commercial and industrial energy consumers in New Zealand are confronting an uncomfortable reality: the era of cheap, plentiful natural gas is fading fast.

Solar for farms is gaining serious momentum in New Zealand as power costs rise and government backing increases. This comprehensive guide covers system options, financial returns, and practical applications for forward-thinking farming operations.

Smarter solar is here. In this article, we unpack the Pylontech Force H3X - an all-in-one energy system combining battery, inverter, backup, and intelligent control. Built by the global leader in energy storage and now available in NZ, it’s designed to work together - and last.