The strong case for New Zealand having tidal power

Kaipara Heads, where a 200 turbine tidal power station was proposed (N.Z. Herald). Tidal power - imagine turbines in the sea, or a tidal zone with strong currents, hooked to a generator and creating electricity on the most reliable renewable energy source in the world? Tidal power is just that. Like clockwork each day the … Continue reading The strong case for New Zealand having tidal power

The case for protecting New Zealand’s environment

Twizel landfill - an example of waste infrastructure in rural N.Z. (R. Glennie) You have probably seen the adverts promoting 100% Pure New Zealand. Nice glossy adverts with somewhere like Milford Sound on a clear day with Mitre Peak reflecting nicely in the water. They look great and are certainly effective at drawing people in. … Continue reading The case for protecting New Zealand’s environment