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Solar in Hawke's Bay

Solar panels in Hawke's Bay

Hawke's Bay's east-coast sunshine makes it one of the better-performing regions for solar installations.

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Peak sun hours

3.8 /day

Average daily sunlight available for generation.

Indicative 5kW output

~6,800 kWh/yr

Indicative for a north-facing array (PVGIS-based) — varies with roof and shading.

Population

175,000

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What solar costs in Hawke's Bay

A typical 5kW system in Hawke's Bay costs around $10,000–$13,000 installed (EECA benchmark of about $2,000/kW), with most NZ homes seeing a 7–10 year payback. With Hawke's Bay's generation of about 6,800 kWh a year from a 5kW array, here's an indicative estimate — adjust it for your usage:

The more you use while the sun shines, the more you save (grid power costs far more than the export rate).

Indicative annual saving

$1,396 /year

Estimated payback

~7.2 years

~6,845 kWh/yr
~$10,000 to install
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Indicative estimate only — not a quote. Based on EECA's ~$2,000/kW installed benchmark, a regional generation yield (PVGIS-based), grid power at about 33c/kWh and an export buyback of about 12c/kWh (as at June 2026). Your actual figures depend on your roof, shading, usage pattern, retailer rate and the system you choose. Always confirm with a qualified installer.

Solar installers serving Hawke's Bay

SolarZero

SolarZero provides residential solar and battery storage through a subscription-based energy service agreement with no upfront equipment cost.

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Harrisons Solar

SEANZ member

Harrisons Solar provides residential and commercial solar systems, battery storage and EV charging through locally operated franchises across New Zealand.

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Lightforce Solar

SEANZ member

Lightforce Solar is a New Zealand-owned solar provider offering home, commercial and agricultural solar, battery storage and EV charging through a national network of solar hubs.

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ZEN Energy Systems

SEANZ member

ZEN Energy designs and installs residential, commercial and farm solar power systems with battery storage, hybrid and off-grid options across New Zealand.

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Future Energy

SEANZ member

Future Energy is a 100% New Zealand-owned provider of solar, battery storage, EV charging, heat pump and ventilation solutions for residential, commercial and rural customers.

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SkySolar

SEANZ member

SkySolar is a New Zealand-owned company that supplies and installs solar PV, battery storage and home energy management systems for homes and businesses.

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SolarKing

SolarKing designs and installs commercial, off-grid and home solar energy systems throughout New Zealand.

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Sunshine Solar

SEANZ member

Sunshine Solar is a New Zealand-owned solar provider operating since 2004 with over 8,000 residential and commercial installations nationwide.

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Cellpower

SEANZ member

Cellpower is a Hastings-based solar specialist operating since 2001, supplying grid-connected and off-grid solar systems for homes, businesses and off-grid use.

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Solarsun Solutions

SEANZ member

Solarsun Solutions is a Hawke's Bay solar installer designing and installing solar systems for homes, farms and businesses across Napier and Hastings.

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