Are solar panels worth it in New Zealand?

March 18, 2026

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

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5 must-cover topics before choosing a solar battery system

Solar energy has definitely become more popular in New Zealand in recent years and there are a lot of options in the market for homeowners to choose from, especially when it comes to systems with solar batteries.

October 20, 2020
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New LONGi 370W solar panels now available in New Zealand

Earlier this year, LONGi launched their new 370W solar panel range, and we are very happy to tell you that we now have this latest technology available in New Zealand! Providing higher power, higher efficiency half-cut PERC solar technology at a better price point.

July 29, 2020
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LONGi Solar creates world record for mono-crystalline PERC solar module

ZEN Energy Systems’ solar panel manufacturing partner, LONGi Solar, has created a new World Record conversion efficiency for Mono-crystalline PERC solar modules. This is another exciting accomplishment to add to the many accolades already won by LONGi throughout its business history. As a world leading manufacturer of high-efficiency mono-crystalline solar cells and modules, LONGi Solar

October 14, 2019
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Solar and energy storage – using solar batteries to maximise your solar power system

Solar with energy storage is the best way to use solar power around the clock and to utilise the excess supply generated by a solar power system. In our last blog, we talked about the entry-level option - using a solar diverter.

July 31, 2019
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Solar diverters – alternative energy storage option for your solar energy system

There is no doubt that having a solar power system at your home will help to lower your power bill, as well as being good for the environment. However, as the timing of electricity consumption and solar generation isn’t always aligned, there is the issue of dealing with the excess supply of solar power.

May 2, 2019
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