Lodestone - a bespoke DG connection
With the drive to decarbonise and transition to a sustainable energy future, we’re working with Lodestone Energy on its 50GWh development, which will have about 54,000 PV panels, south of Whitianga. Dubbed Lodestone Five, the utility scale DG solar operation will connect to our electricity network, with the ability to generate renewable power from the sun to approximately 6,800 homes and businesses on the Coromandel Peninsula.
Powerco has been working in partnership with Lodestone since early 2021 – right from the initial planning and application stages, providing the commercial, engineering and technical expertise required to connect utility scale DG to the electricity distribution network.
We have a dedicated team that takes care of customers requiring a bespoke solution for larger, more complex projects. This team of energy experts works alongside our customers exploring connection options to find the best energy solution.
In the case of Lodestone, we had a small group of specialists that played a pivotal role in facilitating the optimum outcome for both Lodestone. The prompt establishment of a project team, early engagement of a project manager and project awareness at higher management levels within Powerco, set the tone for both parties to engage in a transparent and collaborative way, where Powerco ensured a smooth connection journey and the best supply solution for Lodestone, while it also secured future line route opportunities for other customers.
Powerco has been working in partnership with Lodestone since early 2021 – right from the initial planning and application stages, providing the commercial, engineering and technical expertise required to connect utility scale DG to the electricity distribution network.
We have a dedicated team that takes care of customers requiring a bespoke solution for larger, more complex projects. This team of energy experts works alongside our customers exploring connection options to find the best energy solution.
In the case of Lodestone, we had a small group of specialists that played a pivotal role in facilitating the optimum outcome for both Lodestone. The prompt establishment of a project team, early engagement of a project manager and project awareness at higher management levels within Powerco, set the tone for both parties to engage in a transparent and collaborative way, where Powerco ensured a smooth connection journey and the best supply solution for Lodestone, while it also secured future line route opportunities for other customers.