Community Initiative of the Year
This award recognises a partnership or initiative that delivers meaningful and enduring benefits to communities through genuine collaboration and a commitment to community outcomes.
Sponsored by
Pulse Energy
Pay it Forward Programme
finalist
Community Initiative of the Year
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards 2022
Pulse Energy's Pay it Forward Programme supports customers who are experiencing energy hardship. Customers can choose to add a small monthly contribution to their power bill.
In 2021, Pulse customers collectively contributed $80,682 towards the programme and supported 1,552 households across New Zealand. As of February 2022, 2,356 customers are contributing between $2 and $50 each month.