Commercial Solar • Battery Storage • Energy Management
Helping New Zealand businesses reduce energy costs and improve energy resilience
Market Insight
NZ Electricity Prices Continue to Rise
Several factors continue to place pressure on electricity costs:
⊗ Increased grid demand during winter
ⓘ Infrastructure investment requirements
⏳ Energy market volatility
⚡ Growing electrification of transport and industry
For businesses operating warehouses, manufacturing facilities, cold storage sites, and commercial buildings, electricity can represent a significant portion of operating costs.
Average Electricity Price Trend
(Residential combined price c/kWh)
22.1
2020
24.5
2021
28.1
2022
33.4
2023
37.2
2024
41.6
2025
44.8
2026 YTD
Source: MBIE Electricity Price Indicative Data (Apr 2026)
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The question is no longer: “Should we consider energy solutions?”
The question is: “How can we reduce our exposure to rising energy costs?”
Business Energy Focus
Is Your Roof Generating Revenue?
Many commercial buildings have large unused roof areas. These assets can potentially:
✔ Generate electricity onsite
✔ Reduce daytime energy purchases
✔ Improve energy resilience
✔ Support sustainability objectives
Industries particularly suited:
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Ware- housing
Manu- facturing
Logistics
Retail Centres
Cold Storage
Technology Focus
Why Battery Storage Is Becoming Important
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are increasingly being used to:
▼ Reduce peak demand charges
▼ Store excess solar generation
▼ Provide backup power
▼ Improve energy management flexibility
For businesses with significant daytime loads, battery storage can help improve overall energy performance and reduce exposure to future electricity price increases.
Energy Savings Tip
Review Your Last 12 Months of Electricity Bills
A simple first step is to identify:
ⓘ Annual electricity consumption
ⓘ Peak demand periods
ⓘ Seasonal usage patterns
ⓘ Future energy growth requirements
KiwiGreen Update
Our Focus for NZ Businesses
KiwiGreen Energy is focused on helping NZ businesses explore practical energy solutions including:
☀ Commercial Solar
🔋 Battery Energy Storage
⚡ EV Charging Infrastructure
📊 Smart Energy Management
Our objective is simple: Help businesses reduce energy costs and improve long-term energy resilience.
Free Business Energy Review
Interested in Understanding Your Energy Opportunities?
We can provide a complimentary high-level review of your energy profile.
