The Solar Stand-Off: Which Parties Support Subsidising Your Roof?
The Smart Energy Alliance is calling for $6,500 solar subsidies in the 2026 Budget. See where National, Labour, ACT, and the Greens stand on funding renewable energy.
By: AXL Media
Published: Apr 16, 2026, 4:22 AM EDT
Source: RNZ Pacific
Where the Parties Stand
The proposal has highlighted a clear ideological rift in Parliament regarding how New Zealand should achieve its electrification goals.
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Position on Subsidies
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