English

  • Project Scope: Stewart Island is installing a 2 MW solar farm (approx. 3,000 panels) and a 4 MW battery energy storage system to enhance energy independence.
  • Diesel Reduction: The project aims to cut the island's reliance on diesel-generated electricity by up to 75%, saving approximately 200,000 liters of fuel annually.
  • Economic Impact: Electricity costs are expected to drop by up to NZD 0.35 per kWh, providing relief to the island's 490 residents who currently pay double the mainland rates.
  • Timeline & Funding: Construction, led by Infratec, began in June 2026 with completion scheduled for early 2027. The NZ government provided an NZD 15.35 million loan via the Regional Infrastructure Fund.
  • System Resilience: The battery is designed to store at least six hours of the island’s average energy needs, serving as a reliable alternative to existing diesel-backup systems.

中文

  • 项目规模： 新西兰斯图尔特岛（Stewart Island）正在建设一座 2 兆瓦（MW）的太阳能发电场（约 3,000 块电池板）和一个 4 兆瓦的电池储能系统，以提升能源独立性。
  • 减少柴油依赖： 该项目旨在将岛上对柴油发电的依赖降低高达 75%，每年可节省约 20 万升柴油。
  • 经济效益： 预计电费将降低高达 0.35 新西兰元/千瓦时，这将为岛上 490 名居民减轻负担，目前他们的电费是新西兰本土的两倍多。
  • 时间表与融资： 由 Infratec 领导的施工项目于 2026 年 6 月启动，预计于 2027 年初完工。新西兰政府通过区域基础设施基金提供了 1,535 万新西兰元的贷款。
  • 系统弹性： 该电池系统设计可存储至少 6 小时的岛内平均能源需求，作为现有柴油备用系统的可靠替代方案。