Solar One

27/03/2026

We’re seeing a huge surge in demand right now.

Over the last two months, enquiries have increased by over 400% — a clear sign that more people are taking control of their power and looking for long-term savings.

Our team is working hard behind the scenes to keep things moving and deliver the level of detail and quality we’re known for.

If you’ve been thinking about solar, now’s the time to get the conversation started. As demand continues to grow, lead times will naturally start to stretch.

If you’ve already reached out — thanks for your patience, we’ll be in touch shortly.

The Solar One Team

15/01/2026

We did it again!

New Plymouth has been named New Zealand’s sunniest region for 2025, with 2,743 hours of sunshine — more than Sydney and Melbourne!

Still think we don’t get enough sun for solar? The Naki shines bright, making solar energy a smart choice for your household or business.

If you’re interested in finding out how solar can help your household or business, reach out today via our website or give us a call.

01/12/2025

Join the Team!

We’re looking for one — maybe even two — Qualified Electricians to join the Solar One crew here in Taranaki.

No solar experience needed. We’ll train you up and get you fully accredited. What matters is pride in your work, attention to detail, and wanting to be part of a tight-knit team that delivers high-quality installs every time.

You’ll get a company vehicle, Milwaukee tools supplied, a company phone, health insurance, no weekend work, no on-call, and a central New Plymouth base. Proper gear, proper support, proper workmanship.

If you’re ready for a change and want to join a team setting the gold standard in solar, apply here:

[https://www.seek.co.nz/job/88862203?ref=hirer-jobs-list]

Solar One – The Gold Standard in Solar.

A role where quality is non-negotiable. You’ll work with the best gear, the best support, and a team that lifts the standard of solar and sparky work.

05/11/2025

The Sustainable Builds Trail is back this November! ☀️

Running 10–16 November, the Builds Trail showcases some incredible local projects across Taranaki — from tiny homes and passive builds to smart energy and eco-tech innovations.

We’ll be at two of the feature events as your Solar Experts at the Novotel on the 10th of November to kick things off:
🏠 Electrify My Whare

🚜 Electrify My Farm

Come along, say hi to the team, and don’t miss keynote speaker Mike Casey , sharing how he’s built a 100% electric farm and made it work in the real world.

👉 Learn more about the eventstrail here: https://www.sustainablebackyards.org.nz

04/09/2025

All-day solar in Eltham!

We’ve recently completed another 8kW solar system in Eltham, with panels spread across the North, East, and West rooflines—capturing the sun from morning to evening.

- 8kWh battery for night-time power
- Smart hot water control to soak up excess solar
- Designed for maximum self-consumption and year-round savings

This setup keeps the household powered throughout the day, while storing extra energy for the night. Another step toward energy independence!

14/08/2025

The team recently finished a fantastic new solar install in Hawera with the ideal North, East and West arrays for all-day power production! This setup means the home can soak up the sun from morning through to evening — maximising energy and savings.

This system is backed by two 8kWh batteries—totaling 16 kWh of storage—to keep the power flowing after the sun sets.

Thinking about upgrading your home? Reach out to us and let’s get you set up for year-round solar savings!

12/08/2025

We’ve just wrapped up a beautiful new home installation in Whalers Gate, giving the owners the perfect start to their energy journey. From day one, this home is saving on power bills, staying powered through outages, and ready for any future energy demands.

This system features:
- 8kW solar inverter for plenty of generation capacity
- 16kWh of battery storage for power day and night
- Smart hot water control for scheduling and excess solar diversion

If you’re building, now’s the time to make solar part of your plan – it’s the one investment that pays you back from the moment you move in.

08/08/2025

We’ve just completed a new solar installation on a concrete tile roof in Vogeltown. This system now supplies clean solar energy directly to the home’s loads and helps power the owner’s Evnex EV charger — meaning their car can now be run on the sunshine.

Concrete tile owners in Taranaki — don’t be put off!

We’ve got the gear and the idea to install solar on your roof and get you generating your own power.

22/07/2025

Another system in Stratford, this time with a 10kW inverter and 13kWh of storage. This system is future-proofed for the couple's retirement, ensuring lower power bills, export credits and backup during outages, giving them peace of mind with whole-home backup and energy security.

Thinking about going solar? Reach out for a free no-obligation site assessment.

18/07/2025

Another Stratford install complete!

We’ve just wrapped up another full home backup system in Stratford — this one features a powerful 15kW inverter paired with 16kWh of battery storage and a gateway for seamless whole-home backup during power cuts.

Built to handle whatever the grid throws at it, this system not only delivers serious energy independence but also leaves room for future expansion.

Get in touch to see how Solar One can help you take control of your power!

🌐 www.solar-one.co.nz

15/07/2025

We’ve just completed another solar installation in Stratford — this time a 6kW solar system paired with 8kWh of battery storage, giving the homeowner clean, reliable energy day and night.

Even better? The system is fully expandable, so they can easily add more batteries in the future as their energy needs grow.

If you're in Stratford and thinking about solar, now’s a great time to future-proof your home with a smart, flexible system.

Get in touch to see how Solar One can help you take control of your power!