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Data centres' power demand to more than double by 2030

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Global electricity demand from data centres is set to more than double by 2030, driven largely by AI-optimised servers doubling their power use share.
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BLUETTI Black Friday deals come with new releases for your everyday power

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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BLUETTI kicks off Black Friday deals featuring new Elite 10 power station and B500K battery with up to 58% off from A$229 to A$2,899.
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NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost smart grid monitoring globally

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot, enhancing its global IoT platform to boost smart grid monitoring for utilities amid rising digitalisation demands.
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NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost global smart grid services

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Australian IoT firm NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot to enhance smart grid monitoring across global electricity networks using AI and LoRaWAN technology.
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Emirates Flight Catering transforms data management for efficiency

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Emirates Flight Catering adopts Informatica's cloud-based data platform to boost efficiency, supplier collaboration and sustainability in its meal production.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 wireless keyboard

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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The Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 is a slim, solar-powered wireless keyboard that charges via ambient light, offering seamless multi-device use without battery hassles.
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New Zealand's chance to lead in green datacentres

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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New Zealand stands poised to lead in sustainable data centres, harnessing 85% renewable energy to power AI growth worth NZD $3.4b annually by 2035.
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Meridian Energy upgrades finance with unified Oracle Fusion Cloud

Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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Meridian Energy modernises finance ops with DXC's unified Oracle Fusion Cloud, enhancing efficiency and supporting New Zealand's renewable energy goals.
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New Zealand on track to power every home with solar by 2032

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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New Zealand is set to generate enough solar power to supply every home by 2032, with installed capacity more than doubling in two years.
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Why helping customers electrify is a growth opportunity for energy retailers

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Energy retailers can boost growth by aiding customers to electrify homes and transport, tackling climate goals while unlocking new revenue streams.
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New Zealand leads in energy transition but faces skills gap

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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New Zealand leads Asia-Pacific in energy transition investment, with 77% of firms committing over 10% of capital to renewables, yet faces a skills shortage.
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Awarua Quadrant to become NZD $2.5 billion South Island hub

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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The Awarua Quadrant near Invercargill will become a NZD $2.5 billion hub, linking exporters with major ports and boosting South Island's logistics and manufacturing.
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Farmlands FLEX to deliver solar microgrids for rural sector

Fri, 30th May 2025
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Farmlands partners with Blackcurrent to launch Farmlands FLEX, offering solar microgrids to cut costs and boost energy independence for NZ farms.
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Lenovo unveils Legion 9i with 3D display for creators & gamers

Thu, 8th May 2025
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Lenovo unveils Legion 9i (18, 10), a gaming laptop with top-tier specs and AI features, launching June 2025 at EUR €4,499 for gamers and creators alike.
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Hitachi Vantara report shows drive for lower data centre emissions

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Hitachi Vantara's FY2024 Sustainability Report highlights strides in reducing emissions, boosting energy efficiency, and advancing eco-friendly tech in data centres.
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Hitachi Vantara ups energy efficiency & sets new carbon goals

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Hitachi Vantara boosts energy efficiency in its storage solutions and sets carbon neutrality targets for FY2030 and FY2050, enhancing sustainability efforts worldwide.
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Amazon hits 100% renewable energy target seven years early

Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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Amazon surpasses its 2030 goal, hitting 100% renewable energy for operations in 2023. This milestone is a major leap towards its net-zero carbon commitment by 2040.
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St John Wānaka wins NZD $45,000 solar system from SolarZero

Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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St John Wānaka wins SolarZero competition, securing a 20-year solar system subscription worth NZD $45,000, promising lower energy costs and enhanced community resilience.
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Unlock portable power generator savings with BLUETTI

Sat, 1st Jun 2024
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Score up to 37% off portable power solutions during BLUETTI's EOFY sale from June 1-30. Save on power stations, solar bundles, and home batteries.
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FTC Solar unveils automated hail stow solution for PV plants

Fri, 31st May 2024
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FTC Solar has launched an Automated Hail Stow Solution to protect PV panels from hail damage, leveraging tech and meteorological data for dynamic adjustments.