Electrify Your Business

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Supporting Your Home Electrification Journey

We’re here to help you take simple, confident steps toward electrifying your home.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready to look at specific options like heat pumps, hot water heating, induction cooktops, electric vehicles, or solar panels, we can help you create a warmer, healthier, more resilient, and more affordable home that’s better for the planet. You can ask as a question, or read our Frequently Asked Questions too.

Electrification can help you:

  • Cut energy costs
  • Reduce carbon emissions
  • Improve operational resilience
  • Access funding and incentives

How can we help?

Feasibility studies & business cases

We work with you to assess the potential benefits of electrification, whether it’s installing solar and batteries, transitioning your fleet, or upgrading equipment. Our tailored analyses help you understand the costs, savings, and long term value for your business.

Scalable resources for the community

Every business we support helps us build tools and insights that benefit the district, bringing us closer to our goal of electrifying every business in Queenstown. Our publicly available resources will grow with practical templates, guides, and real life examples to make electrification easier for everyone.

Energy modelling & analysis

We provide custom energy modelling to help you identify opportunities, forecast savings, and make informed decisions. Our analysis is designed to give you clarity on how electrification can work for your unique operations.

Independent advice

We offer unbiased, expert guidance to help you navigate challenges and uncover opportunities. Whether you’re facing technical questions or strategic decisions, we’re here to help.

Businesses we have supported to date

We’re proud to have supported a growing number of businesses across the Queenstown Lakes District as they electrify, generate, and store energy. Each of these businesses has partnered with the Queenstown Electrification Accelerator to take meaningful steps toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future.

Edgewater

Snow Farm

European Bakery

iFly Queenstown

Queenstown Ice Arena

Resources, Case Studies & Tools

We’re here to help your business make smart, future-ready energy decisions.

Every time we support a local business on its electrification journey, whether it's switching to electric heating, installing solar panels, or exploring battery storage, we capture the lessons learned and turn them into practical, scalable resources. These guides, case studies, and tools are designed to help other businesses across the Queenstown-Lakes District, and further afield, to learn from real experiences and take confident steps toward cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Whether you're just starting out or ready to take the next leap, explore our growing library of resources to find inspiration, insights, and actionable advice tailored to our region.

Discover more resources

Solar Quote Comparison

Compare quotes side by side so you can see the best value for your home.

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EV Step by Step Guide

A simple, practical walkthrough of everything you need to know before getting your first EV.

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Solar Step by Step Guide

Your easy roadmap to choosing the right solar setup for your home and budget.

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Solar Financing Guide

A clear breakdown of ways to pay for solar, from loans to grants, so you can pick what fits your situation.

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Solar for Renters Guide

Smart electrification tips for renters, including upgrades you can make without owning the place.

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EV and Fleet Conversion

A straightforward guide to shifting your work vehicles to electric, with insights on savings and day to day operations.

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