CLEANTECH: INVEST IN A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
New Zealand is an emerging cleantech powerhouse.
New Zealand is uniquely positioned to lead the world in cleantech innovation. Our commitment to sustainability is deeply embedded, driving us to seek brave new solutions and creating the ideal location to cultivate smart cleantech innovations.
Our cleantech sector is underpinned by world-class R&D capabilities, scientific and engineering talent, and a nimble regulatory environment that encourages innovation.
This is your opportunity to invest early into innovative intellectual property in a sector and region of growth.
By the numbers
Source: Clean Investment Monitor
Source: NZ Cleantech Report (2024)
Source: MBIE - Energy in New Zealand (2024)
Source: ThinkGeoEnergy’s Top 10 Geothermal Countries (2023)
Why invest in cleantech
High global demand, strong support
Global demand for cleantech is fuelled by urgent efforts to combat climate change. Many multinationals are already benefiting from New Zealand-designed hardware and software, bolting it into existing processes to make them more efficient or reduce carbon emissions.
The ideal launch pad for global growth
New Zealand is a business-friendly gateway close to high-growth markets in the Asia-Pacific region and is one of the world’s most open market economies with 15 free trade agreements in place.
Thriving ecosystem
Research and development continues to grow within a thriving ecosystem generating world-class intellectual property. We have a culture of environmental stewardship and sustainable growth.
Our expanding cleantech industry encompasses bioenergy, future fuels, waste-to-value and innovative solutions that reduce negative environmental impacts or increase efficiency.
As industry shifts to decarbonise, greenfield opportunities are emerging, and early-stage companies are developing high-value solutions with significant global reach.
Unlock NZ's bioenergy potential
Bioenergy already plays a foundational role in New Zealand’s energy landscape, contributing over 9% of the country’s energy supply.
However, significant untapped potential exists, thanks to our abundant natural resources and reliable feedstock from extensive forestry and agricultural assets.
Biofuel: a new industry
Demand for biofuel from aviation and shipping companies is exceeding supply as these industries aim for net-zero emissions by 2050, presenting an opportunity to build a new industry in New Zealand.
With major airlines and sea freight companies pursuing net-zero goals, sustainable transport fuels presents an opportunity to build a new industry in New Zealand.
Create value from waste
New technology and circular economy initiatives in New Zealand are opening opportunities to create value from waste streams, including projects backed by the government.
From developing biogas using anaerobic digestors and landfills, to mineral recovery, carbon capture and recycling facilities, the potential for investment is substantial.
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