PROBLEM
We have an unprecedented increase in living costs, including a rise of 11%* for electricity in 2022.
These pressures mean whanau are financially stretched to the limit and even more community support is needed.
There is a reliance on electricity companies (who doubled profits in 2022) with non-renewable power increasing our footprint and environmental impact.
*Consumer New Zealand, 2022
SOLUTION
Te Rā’s initiative can alleviate these problems in a circular way - by harvesting electricity from te ra.
With solar power, Marae become energy self-sufficient and save themselves $12,000 on power bills each year.
This leaves more funds to wrap around communities and gives the ability to offer koha power to those in need.
Solar power is a regenerative energy source allowing marae to have a smaller environmental impact.
*Based on current Manurewa Marae energy cost monthly savings.
DELIVERY
With support from financial partners, Te Rā can manage the project from start to finish. We enlist a group of trusted business partners to deliver the project.
Business Partners
Financial Partners
Marae Partners
CASE STUDIES
MANUREWA MARAE
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32kW / 100 Solar Panels
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$1000 savings per month
PAPATUANUKU KOKIRI MARAE
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50.2kW / 150 Solar Panels
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Estimated $1500. savings per month
BENEFITS
Installing solar onto Marae has untold benefits for the whole community, including:
• Increased equity for marae
• Current and continual energy cost savings
• Increased community support and koha
• Increased self-sufficiency
• Reduced environmental impacts