65 MW DANNEVIRKE SOLAR AND ENERGY PROJECT
THE PROJECT
The site is situated on agricultural land on Top Grass Road, approximately 10km North West of Dannevirke. The application site consists of a number of fields enclosed by post and wire fences. The fields are currently grazed.
The proposal is for ~126,700 (~2m^2 / panel) solar PV panels on approximately 123ha of grazing land. The panels will be fixed onto a single axis tracking mounting system facing east/west, which are piled into the ground, causing minimal soil disturbance. The construction for the Project is expected to last ~12-18 months. The panels stand ~0.8m - 2.9m off the ground, allowing for grazing livestock on the grass beneath. Our aim is to reduce the impact of the development so only small amounts of concrete are used and all of the installation can be easily removed at the end of the 35-40 year lifetime of the project.
The project is 65 MW of Solar PV plus 65 MW / ~130* MWH of energy storage. The scheme will generate enough electricity to supply ~18,000* homes. It will also save over ~9,000,000* kgs of CO₂ per annum compared to burning fossil fuels for electricity.
figures are based on approximate data and assumptions
THE NEXT PHASE
Dannevirke Solar and Energy Storage Project - ResouRce Consent Documents
NZ Clean Energy (NZCE) wish to advise that our proposal for an Agrivoltaic Solar Farm at Dannevirke is ready for the next phase of consultation. This is to share the Project plan and specialist studies for the Project plan, all of which will be submitted as part of the Resource Consent process.
NZCE have shared the required correspondence with the affected parties via either email or post and this link below includes the specialist studies carried out.
The NZ Clean Energy Team 15/03/24
NZCleanEnergy Flyer Dannevirke
Approval of Affected Persons Form
Engineerring & Infrastructure Report
Glint and Glare Supplementary Report
Why has this site been selected
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The main factor for identifying and choosing the site is the proximity to the grid. The site is ~1km from the substation at Dannevirke which is the point of connection. This allows for a firm and reliable connection to the National Grid.
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Grazing land has been identified and as such there will be a fractional loss of agricultural land as grazing will continue on the land post construction.
Limited impact on native vegetation / biodiversity. All existing native vegetation on site is intended to be retained.
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Initial research suggests support for renewable energy projects. This allows for us to ensure we develop the most suitable project possible in conjunction with the key stakeholders.
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Dannevirke Solar Farm has high levels of solar irradiation allowing for a high performing renewable energy system. Demand for electricity in the surrounding area is increasing year on year.
Benefits of the Project
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This project will produce energy for use in the local area, i.e. generated close to where it is used. Increased energy security for the local area and wider network.
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During construction we anticipate over 100 jobs being created for each project, ranging from electrical and solar PV work to security and groundworks.
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We are actively encouraging local business to get in touch with us to register their interest in the project so we can get as many local companies involved as possible.
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A number of jobs will be created such as panel cleaning & maintenance, general testing and inspecting of electrics and general site maintenance and upkeep.
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Will be available to local schools and community groups wishing to visit to understand more about the project and what is involved.
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Will be in place to explain to the local are and any passers-by what the project details are.