Large Energy User Initiative of the Year
This award recognises a large energy user that has implemented an initiative delivering significant operational, environmental, or commercial value through improved energy management.
Sponsored by
Fonterra
Waitoa Biomass Boiler Project
winner
Large Energy User Initiative of the Year
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards 2024
Fonterra's Waitoa Biomass Boiler Project, highlights a significant shift from coal to renewable energy. The installation of a 30MW wood biomass boiler at the Waikato site will cut annual CO2 emissions by 48,000 tonnes. This initiative supports Fonterra's ambitious sustainability goals and underscores their commitment to a net-zero future, aligning with New Zealand's broader climate targets.