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Government grants $1.11 million for energy resilience in Far North

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Ministers Tama Potaka and Shane Jones announced a $1.11 million grant from the Regional Infrastructure Fund. The funding supports a Māori-led initiative by Tū Mai Rā Energy to install solar power, battery storage, and back-up generators in community facilities in the Far North. Shane Jones stated the investment will strengthen local energy resilience and help maintain essential services when power is disrupted.

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The investment aims to harness renewable energy for everyday use while helping keep lights, water, and communications open during severe weather events. This funding supports the strengthening of local energy resilience in remote communities.

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  • Tama PotakaMinister involved in announcing the infrastructure funding grant.
  • Shane JonesMinister involved in announcing the infrastructure funding grant.
  • governmentProvided the $1.11 million grant through the Regional Infrastructure Fund.

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