Construction Progress Update at Omeheu Solar Farm
Construction at Omeheu Solar Farm is progressing, with more than 50% of solar panels now installed. The project’s next major milestone is energisation in mid-2026, bringing more renewable electricity to New Zealand’s grid.
Omeheu Solar Farm Works Notice
Construction activity in Edgecumbe is increasing as works progress onsite. You may notice more frequent use of heavy machinery such as piling rigs and excavators. This may result in some noise and vibration. Ongoing noise monitoring will be in place. All work will comply with approved noise limits under the following consents: Noise & Vibration […]
Omeheu Solar Farm Underway
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa have officially blessed the Bay of Plenty’s newest solar farm, near Edgecumbe, and gifted the name ‘Omeheu’ in recognition of how the area sustained the people of Ngāti Awa for generations. Omeheu solar farm will use the sun’s energy to generate approximately 38MW of electricity per year, which is enough […]