Trinasolar has joined forces with Kiwi Solar and Trilect to launch Waikato’s first-ever agrivoltaics project, marking its third foray into dual use agricultural and solar farming in New Zealand.

Set across 6.5 hectares  of land, the new solar farm is equipped with 5,740 cutting-edge Vertex N 720W series modules and is set to generate an annual 6,000 MWh of clean energy —enough to power around 800 local homes.

“At Trinasolar, we are committed to driving innovation and sustainability in the energy sector,” commented Edison Zhou, the company’s head for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands at its Asia Pacific operation.

“Our partnership with Kiwi Solar and Trilect on Waikato’s first agrivoltaics project highlights the demonstrated expertise and on ground support we bring to every project. With a large-scale venture such as this, quality and reliability are at the fore for any provider choosing hardware. With an industry-leading 30-year product warranty, our modules combine state-of-the-art technology like n-type i-TOPCon and 210mm, engineered for durability and peak performance. We remain dedicated to providing ongoing support to ensure long-term success.”

Kiwi Solar founder Andrew Beckett highlighted the transformative potential of combining solar energy with traditional agriculture: “This project goes beyond generating clean energy; it’s about creating a sustainable future. By integrating solar power with agriculture, we’re optimizing land use and enhancing the economic growth of the Waikato region. We’re also providing landowners with new revenue streams while contributing to New Zealand’s clean energy goals. As renewable energy is still a growing sector in New Zealand, Trinasolar’s knowledge and support throughout the process was invaluable, and this project is living proof that agrivoltaics can and does offer the best of both worlds.”

“This initiative highlights the importance of embracing renewable energy in New Zealand,” he added. “As one of the last developed countries to fully embrace solar, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this transition. The subsidy-free nature of this project proves that solar energy is a viable and necessary addition to our national energy strategy.”