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Energy

A Fresh Energy Hardship Framework

CEN Introduction What do we need to do to eliminate energy hardship in Aotearoa/New Zealand? The framework discussion below is the second blog ...

By Community Energy NetworkJanuary 24, 20200

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Redefining how we measure energy hardship

This ‘10% threshold’ discussion below has been written by Ian McChesney. Ian is deeply experienced in the community energy sector, having co-founded CEN ...

By Community Energy NetworkDecember 16, 20190

Energy

Energy Democracy

Energy democracy is the idea that New Zealand can shift from a centralised, top-down provision of energy to one that prioritises deep engagement ...

By Community Energy NetworkOctober 23, 20190

Energy

Energy Hardship

People living in energy hardship live in homes that perform so poorly that the cost of keeping the home warm and dry (and ...

By Community Energy NetworkOctober 23, 20190

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North Power

By Community Energy NetworkMarch 22, 20190

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Response to Healthy Homes #1

The Healthy Housing Standards (HHS) for rental properties have just been released. Firstly, congratulations to the Government on pushing the standards up by ...

By Community Energy NetworkMarch 6, 20190

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Together we have helped over: 120,000 Houses in New Zealand have better living conditions.

We have been able to do this with the support and guidance of our members. If you need help with your home please ...

By Community Energy NetworkFebruary 25, 20190

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‘It’s a significant issue’ – Green Building Council welcomes healthier home standards

The Green Building Council has welcomed new standards to be imposed on rental properties including heating and ventilation, saying New Zealand is behind ...

By Community Energy NetworkFebruary 25, 20190