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Lightsource bp breaks ground on 168MW solar PV project in New Zealand

August 30, 2024
Solar project developer Lightsource bp has commenced construction of its 168MW Kōwhai Park solar PV project in Christchurch, New Zealand, days after securing financing.
The Kōwhai Park solar PV project is being developed with Contact Energy. Image: Lightsource bp.

Lightsource bp secures NZ$267 million for 168MW solar PV project at Christchurch Airport, New Zealand

August 19, 2024
Solar project developer Lightsource bp has secured NZ$267 million (US$162 million) to support the development of its 168MWdc Kōwhai Park solar PV project at Christchurch Airport, New Zealand.
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Lightsource bp, Contact Energy to develop 150MW solar PV project in New Zealand

February 9, 2023
Solar developer Lightsource bp and New Zealand energy company Contact Energy have been selected to build a 150MW solar PV project in New Zealand.

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