Want to learn more about a particular technology or hear directly from industry experts? The Technical Talks programme offers a series of presentations throughout the day covering the products, services and innovations that are helping New Zealand households electrify their homes and reduce their energy costs.
Held in the upstairs foyer auditorium, these sessions allow exhibitors and invited speakers to explore topics in greater depth than is possible on the exhibition floor. Presentations may include solar panels, home batteries, electric vehicles, EV charging, heat pump water heating, induction cooking, smart home energy management, finance options and many other aspects of home electrification.
Whether you're just beginning your electrification journey or already well on the way, the Technical Talks provide an excellent opportunity to build your understanding, compare different approaches, and ask detailed technical questions in an informal setting. Sessions are free to attend, and visitors are welcome to come and go throughout the day.
Talk programme
| Time | Presenter - organisation | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30 am | Alastair Thomson - Stihl | Outdoor Power Equipment – Latest Developments and Innovations |
| 10:00 am | Matt Carey - Harrisons Solar | Solar Made Simple |
| 10:30 am | Theo McDonnell - Solar Studio / Cableworks | Why Your Solar Should Look Nothing Like Your Neighbour’s: Engineered, Not Estimated |
| 11:00 am | Ben Fitzpatrick - Fisher & Paykel | Your Electrification Journey - working with a whole-of-home partner over a period of years across solar, heating, hot water and appliances. |
| 11:30 am | Justine Prain - Sustainability Trust | Getting Your Home Off Gas: A Practical Guide |
| 12:00 pm | Annie Jefferson - A2W | Beyond Gas: The Future of Hot Water |
| 12:30 pm | Phil Squire - Toast Electric | A Vision of a Fairer Energy Future for All (incl What happens when the Low User Fixed charge ends?) |
| 01:00 pm | Sharlene Meyer - Wellington Electricity | Getting the Signals Right: Key Information for a Fair Energy Future |
| 01:30 pm | Chris Buckley - Wiretec Electrical | Getting to know your Local Electrification Experts |
| 02:00 pm | Corbin Berriman - Daikin | The CO₂-powered Hot Water revolution: Harnessing the natural efficiency of CO₂ refrigerant technology. |
| 02:30 pm | ||
| 03:00 pm |