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Doone Morrell

With over 15 years of experience in the solar PV industry, I have installed solar panels on roofs, managed solar farms, and now run my own solar PV company. I am passionate about sustainable energy and excited about the future of solar PV in New Zealand.

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Solar power for viticulture: The benefits of a sun-powered vineyard

Posted by Doone Morrell on 07/03/18 14:33

For winemakers all across New Zealand, making fine wine is a craft that yields pride and joy. But running a winery, whether large or small, does come with its challenges.

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Why Choose World Solar?

Posted by Doone Morrell on 01/03/18 10:44

There are lots of companies selling solar in New Zealand now. If you're interested in solar energy for your home or business - how do you choose which company to go for?

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Solar power for horticulture: How growers can utilise the sun’s energy

Posted by Doone Morrell on 01/03/18 07:00

With a horticulture business, you have a front-row seat to the beauty of the earth’s fruitfulness.

Whether you grow fruits and vegetables to feed others, or you’re a gardener who loves to cultivate...

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When the sun goes down use solar batteries instead

Posted by Doone Morrell on 27/02/18 12:12

Once, those with solar power systems had to switch back to the grid to continue using electricity in their home when the sun goes down. However there's an intuitive technology taking the renewable...

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Solar power for dairy farms - Uses, perks, and how to get started

Posted by Doone Morrell on 22/02/18 10:43

Dairy farming is rewarding, but hard work.

Attending to the seasonal needs of the livestock and land, managing equipment, and running the sheds all take a lot of time and energy. Speaking of...

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How solar energy can transform your farm

Posted by Doone Morrell on 14/02/18 15:05

Farming is part of New Zealand’s national identity. Today’s Kiwi farmers are proudly continuing that tradition. But as with any business, a couple of questions hover in the air: 

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Why solar power for NZ farms makes total sense

Posted by Doone Morrell on 08/02/18 07:02

Solar energy is increasingly seen as a viable option for homes and businesses of many types. But can farmers, in particular, benefit from solar? Absolutely!

Whether your farm is large or small, or...

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9 questions to consider before quitting the grid.

Posted by Doone Morrell on 01/02/18 08:59

With the growing popularity of solar energy for use at home, a number of Kiwi homeowners are wondering if they can use solar alone to power their daily lives.

Relying completely on energy generated...

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How solar power keeps working all day, every day

Posted by Doone Morrell on 25/01/18 11:23

It might seem that solar power, since it comes from the sun, is only available when the sun is shining bright.

But no! Solar energy, once captured, is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to power...

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Be solar smart: How to optimise your solar power system

Posted by Doone Morrell on 18/01/18 15:49

The saving power of residential solar power is becoming better known every day, and solar power is being accepted more and more as a ‘mainstream’ energy supply option.

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