The Detail The electricity evangelist spreading the solar message
Jun 9, 2025
Mike Casey, CEO of Rewiring Aotearoa and advocate for electrification, joins political and climate change reporter Mark Dulda. They discuss the crucial shift New Zealand must make from fossil fuels to electric solutions. Homeowners play a pivotal role in cutting emissions, and myth-busting around electrification of household appliances is key. The conversation also dives into the solar power landscape, addressing challenges and innovations in financing solar technology and promoting public education on the benefits of going electric.
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Mass Household Electrification Impact
- Upgrading six million easily electrifiable machines in Kiwi homes could save the country about $8 million daily.
- Replacing fossil-fueled devices would slash 7.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions yearly.
Prioritize Electrifying Small Machines
- Focus on electrifying small home machines with available technology rather than large, hard-to-electrify equipment.
- Prioritize replacing machines where electric alternatives already exist locally or internationally.
Avoid Bans to Encourage Change
- Efforts in electrification should avoid banning items to prevent resistance.
- Some technologies, like electric jet skis, are emerging but not yet widely available.