168MWdc Kōwhai Park solar project in Christchurch, NZ secures NZ$267m financing, set to be the country's largest solar farm.

Lightsource bp and Contact Energy have secured NZ$267m in financing for the 168MWdc Kōwhai Park solar project in Christchurch, New Zealand, set to become the country's largest solar farm. The debt package, structured as a green financing loan, includes underwriters Westpac, Mizuho, China Construction Bank, and Intesa Sanpaolo. The solar farm will produce over 275GWh per year and is the first phase of Christchurch Airport's renewable energy precinct. Construction is expected to start in late 2024, with commercial operations slated for 2026.

August 15, 2024
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