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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      Bay of Plenty

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

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      Waikato

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      Whanganui

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

      Manawatu

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

      Northland

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

      Auckland

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

      Gisborne

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

      Taranaki

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

      The port city of New Plymouth is the area's cultural and commercial hub. Taranaki's economy is diverse and includes dairy, oil and gas. The region is the highest contributor or national GDP per capita. 

      Wellington

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      The Wellington Region covers Wellington city in the south, Upper and Lower Hutt valleys to the north-east, and Porirua to the north-west. The region takes its name from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city.

      Wellington is famous for its arts and culture scene and is also the centre of New Zealand's film industry.

      West Coast

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      The West Coast, or as some locals call it, the "Wild West", is a long thin region that runs down the South Island's west coast.

      The region has the lowest population in all of New Zealand. It is famous for its rugged natural scenery such as the Pancake Rocks, the Blue Pools of Haast, and the glaciers.

      The main industries in the region are dairy farming and mining. Tourism also plays an important role.

      Nelson – Tasman

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      Nelson Tasman is an extraordinary, vibrant region where art and businesses thrive together among a stunning natural landscape. With one in five people internationally born, Nelson Tasman has 48 different cultures living in its environs.

      The region prides its self on being New Zealand’s leading Research and Development areas, with the highest proportion of people working in the research, science and tech sectors out of anywhere in New Zealand.

      Canterbury

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      Canterbury is a region on New Zealand’s South Island marked by grassy plains, clear lakes and snow-capped mountains. Its largest city, Christchurch, is famed for its art scene and green spaces.

      Otago

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      There are few places in the world which will leave you with a lasting sense of difference. Central Otago is undoubtedly one of them from its landscapes, its seasons, its people, its products and experiences.

      Marlborough

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

      Apart from the wine industry, aquaculture, agriculture and tourism play an important role in the local economy.

      Southland

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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深熱でニュージーランドの電力の未来を探している Part 3-ニュージーランドのどこを探していますか?

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ニュージーランドでは、超臨界地熱研究は、タウポー湖とカウェラウの間にあるタウポー火山地帯に焦点を当てています。

シャンブフォート氏は、新たに資金提供されたプログラムは、5年間の掘削をサポートしていなかったが、他のイニシアチブはタウポーゾーンで深井戸を掘削するためのオプションを検討していたと述べた。

「プログラムの終了から5年後(10年後)、ワイカトまたはベイ・オブ・プレンティ地域で深井戸がうまくいくことを期待しています。このような井戸の目的は、既存の科学モデルをテストし、必要に応じて調整することです」と彼女は言った。

これまでのところ、ニュージーランドの地熱井戸は1.5〜3kmの深さになる傾向がありました。超臨界流体は、4kmを超える深さで発見される可能性が高い。

「私たちの目標は、ニュージーランドで最良の将来のターゲットがどこにあるかを探り、実験室のシミュレーションを使用して、これらの非常に高温の流体が岩石にどのように反応し、それらの使用が深層貯水池や近隣の浅い貯水池に将来的にどのように影響するかを理解することです」とシャンブフォート氏は語った。

「地熱の全体的な貢献を高めるために、より深く、高温の地熱資源を活用する説得力のあるケースが見られます。」

ニュージーランドの電力の約17パーセントは地熱から供給され、2018年の地熱から発電された電力は化石燃料と同じくらい。

地球の自然熱流束はあらゆる環境において潜在的にエネルギーとして伝達される可能性があると言える一方で、タウポーなどの火山州は「400℃以上の温度に達するために10kmまで掘削する必要がない」地熱勾配が大きかった。

「これらの非常に暑い気温は、他のいくつかの国よりも表面に近いので、ニュージーランドに自然な利点を与えています」とシャンブフォート氏は語った。

重要な側面は、高温流体が比較的容易に通過できる透水性岩を見つけることでした。「熱を持つことの一つですが、岩を循環する液体がなければ、この熱を効率的に表面まで収穫することはできません。水は熱の主要なキャリアです。」

現在行われている作業は、タウポーゾーンにおける地熱利用に関する数十年の研究とニュージーランドの専門知識に基づいて構築されています。海外の地熱チームとの強いパートナーシップはありましたが、ニュージーランドでは他の国での発見を単純に適用することはできませんでした。

「ニュージーランドでは地質が違う。貯水池を研究し、4〜5kmの深さで断層が浸透する可能性がある場所を見つける必要があります」と彼女は言った。

「ニュージーランドにとって有意義な所見を生み出す前に、実験室で高温高圧の地熱状態をシミュレートする必要もあります。」

ニュージーランドには掘削能力がありましたが、そのような掘削にはコストがかかり、不確実性がありました。シャンブフォート氏は、産業界は、深い地熱資源の探査と開発の不確実性とリスクを低減する情報を提供するために、科学を探していました。

「深層地熱発電は、安全かつ持続的に行うことができるという確信があるときにのみ、ニュージーランドで前進します。」