• New Zealand Regions
      • Hawke's Bay
      • Bay of Plenty
      • Waikato
      • Whanganui
      • Manawatu
      • Northland
      • Auckland
      • Gisborne
      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
      • Southland
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      Hawke's Bay

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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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初のグリッドスケールの電池貯蔵システムプロジェクト、着工に近づく

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配電会社のWEL Networks社と自然エネルギー開発会社のインフラテック(Infratec)社は、ニュージーランド初の実用規模の電池電力貯蔵システム(BESS)となるプロジェクトへの評価の、最終段階に入っています。

同国の29の配電事業体の一つであるWEL Networks社によると、ニュージーランド北島上部のワイカト地区における35MWのプロジェクトは、建設に向けて準備中であり、2022年10月までに試運転を開始する予定とのことです。

ニュージーランドは、2050年までにネットゼロ(温室効果ガスの排出量を実質ゼロにするという取り組み)を達成することを国の政策目標としています。WEL Networks社が言うには、ワイカトBESSは、より多くの再生可能エネルギーの導入や送電網への接続を可能にし、太陽光や風力エネルギーを蓄え、地域の電力供給の信頼性を強化し、需給の不均衡を是正するための迅速な予備を提供するなど、電力のバリューチェーン全体に貢献するよう設計されています。

WEL Networks社のCEOであるGarth Dibley氏によると、このプロジェクトの費用は約2,500万NZドル(1,766万米ドル)で、ニュージーランドの資源管理法に基づいて資源に関する同意を得ており、WEL社にとっては「大きな節目」となるとのことです。

「この技術は、再生可能エネルギーの導入を支援すると同時に、ネットワークの回復力を高めるものです」とディブリーは述べました。さらに、この電池は、電気自動車(EV)の充電をサポートし、太陽光発電のメリットを最大限に引き出し、グリッドの緊急時にバックアップを提供するものだと付け加えています。

インフラテック社の事業開発担当ゼネラルマネージャーであるNick Bibby氏は、35MW BESSの開発・納入にあたっては、国際的な電池開発の経験を生かしていくと述べました。

「地域社会に貢献するためには、電池をネットワークに組み込む必要があります。私たちは20年の寿命を持つ成熟した技術を選択したので、このバッテリーが今後数年にわたって、正当に話題になることを期待しています」とBibby氏は述べています。

インフラテックのBESSプロジェクトには、ニュージーランドでの商業・産業用バッテリープロジェクトや、トンガ、南クック諸島、ミクロネシア、ナウル、キリティマティなどの太平洋諸島での太陽電池+蓄電、マイクログリッドシステムなどがあります。

同社は、再生可能エネルギーの成長と揚水発電所を補完するため、また、ニュージーランドの北島と南島を結ぶ大規模な相互接続をバックアップするために、ニュージーランドでは大規模な蓄電池が早急に必要であると考えている、と述べています。

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