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Which schools will be part of the first 100 solar installations to be completed by mid-2027, listed by name and when does the Minister expect the first installation to be complete?

Answered Question 37150 (2026)
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Scott Willis

List MP · Green Party

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  • Which schools will be part of the first 100 solar installations to be completed by mid-2027, listed by name and when does the Minister expect the first installation to be complete?

Answered by

Hon Erica Stanford

Member for East Coast Bays · National Party · Minister of Education

Answer

Previously, the Ministry of Education (the Ministry) targeted 80 to 100 installs over the 2026/27 summer school holiday period. Now, the delivery approach covers all 500 eligible schools to drive cost efficiencies and maximise programme reach over the 3-year delivery period. The full list of schools is available on the Ministry’s website here: https://www.education.govt.nz/education-professionals/schools-year-0-13/property/solar-panels-school The Ministry anticipates contracts to be awarded in December 2026.