Global Infrastructure SherpaGenesis begins construction of 136 MWp Tihori solar farm in New Zealand
New Zealand-headquartered Genesis has commenced construction of its 136 MWp Tihori solar farm at Edgecumbe in the Bay of Plenty. The company is investing approximately $236 million in the project, which is expected to generate up to 238 GWh of electricity annually and supply about 30,000 households. Metlen is handling the construction, while Horizon Networks will connect the site to the national grid. First generation is anticipated in mid-2027, with over 100 jobs planned during the construction phase.
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The project is on a 209-ha site. It is expected to supply about 30,000 households once operational. More than 100 jobs are planned during construction. The investment is equal to about $1.74 million per MW. The project has been named Tihori by the Rangitāiki Hapū Coalition, after a Ngāti Awa chief linked to the area near Pūtauaki. Quotes: "The 209-ha site is expected to generate up to 238 GWh of electricity each year.", "Genesis said the project could supply about 30,000 households once operational.", "with more than 100 jobs planned during construction.", "equal to about $1.74 million per MW.", "The project has been named Tihori by the Rangitāiki Hapū Coalition, after a Ngāti Awa chief linked to the area near Pūtauaki."
"New Zealand headquartered Genesis has begun construction of its 136 MWp solar farm"
"The company is investing about $236 million in the project"
"Metlen is handling construction"
"Horizon Networks will connect the site to the national grid"
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