New wind farm aims to reduce diesel use in Chatham Islands
Tuesday 25 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated 
A new wind farm featuring three turbines and a storage battery has been built at Port Durham. The project aims to lower electricity prices, reduce carbon emissions, and decrease the archipelago's reliance on diesel generators. The infrastructure is capable of meeting peak demand, potentially allowing the islands to run on renewable energy.