Looking to electrify your home, business, or community project?
The How-To Hub is your one-stop space for practical advice on taking the next step toward electrification. Explore five themed zones - Solar & Batteries, Electric Vehicles, Space & Water Heating, Cooking, and Finance - guided by Queenstown Electrification Accelerator (QEA) experts offering free, tactical guidance.
Rather than a large trade show, the Hub features a small number of trusted exhibitors focused on real solutions - helping you find the right technology, advice, and partners to power your journey forward.
Aurora Energy is one of Aotearoa’s largest electricity networks, delivering power across diverse terrain in Te Waipounamu to over 200,000 people in Dunedin, Central Otago, Wānaka, and Queenstown. Climate change is changing how we think about energy. Our network must support the rapidly growing region and the growth of electrification. As technology and consumer needs evolve, it’s vital our network enables the energy future of our communities.
Lakeland Network, managed by PowerNet, is the local electricity network powering Queenstown’s growth. Trusted by developers for our reliable underground infrastructure, we support sustainable development, solar uptake, smart technology, and energy exports. We’re proud partners in the Energising Queenstown project and passionate about helping the region meet its carbon-zero goals. Come chat with the team.
McKay is a New Zealand-owned electrical contracting company established in 1936. We support electrification through solar, battery storage, EV infrastructure, and energy system upgrades. Our teams work across Otago and the South Island, supporting councils and businesses with low-emissions energy systems, network integration, and practical decarbonisation outcomes.
Future Energy is a New Zealand owned energy solutions provider delivering smart, sustainable outcomes for homes and businesses. We design and install solar, batteries, EV charging and hot water heat pump systems that support healthy homes. Visit us at Electrify Queenstown – bring your power bill and we’ll book a home appointment to show your potential savings when designing a solar and/or battery system to suit your energy needs.
Infinite Energy NZ is leading the charge in sustainable energy solutions for homes and businesses across the lower South Island. As experts in solar power, battery storage, and off-grid systems, we’re helping Kiwis reduce their carbon footprint and take control of their energy future. Visit our stand to see cutting-edge solar and battery technology up close and discover how we can power a cleaner, more resilient community together.
Fisher & Paykel Home Solutions is rethinking home energy and comfort as an integrated system. We have combined front-end design consultancy, specification, hardware, installation and lifetime servicing to deliver an end-to-end, whole of home solution for climate control, hot water, appliances, solar and energy management. Our goal is to deliver new design choices and coordinated systems that deliver warmer, drier, cooler and more energy efficient homes that use less carbon.
Stiebel Eltron delivers German-engineered hydronic and hot water heat pumps for New Zealand homes and businesses. In Central Otago, our replacement of fossil fuel boilers with heat pumps has cut CO₂ emissions by40,000–80,000 kg annually, while Queenstown’s commercial laundries save 75,000kg annually. We specialise in energy-efficient, cost-saving heating solutions. Visit us at Electrify Queenstown to explore our energy efficient solutions.
Daikin New Zealand delivers high-performance heat pump, hot water and building solutions that support electrification and lower-emission buildings. At Electrify Queenstown, we’re showcasing our CO₂ hot water heat pump technology and working alongside local partner Alpine Heat Pumps to help homes and businesses transition to efficient, all-electric systems designed for the Queenstown climate.
Doppelmayr New Zealand, part of the globally renowned Doppelmayr Group, excels in providing ropeway systems. We focus on creating transport solutions for urban, alpine, and tourism settings. With a strong commitment to sustainable development, Doppelmayr is at the forefront of innovation in electric tourism and transport, delivering cutting-edge systems that enhance Queenstown’s unique landscapes and cater to the needs of its communities.
Naut revolutionises marine propulsion with high-powered electric outboards and retrofit solutions for ferries, water taxis, adventure tourism, and recreational boats. Built on world-class engineering, Naut delivers zero-emission technology that cuts fuel costs by up to 95%, reduces maintenance, and enhances the boating experience with silent, reliable operation. The future of marine propulsion is here—efficient, sustainable, and built to perform.
Whoosh transforms travel by combining ride-hailing with urban gondolas, offering elevated, autonomous electric vehicles that glide above traffic. The energy-efficient system is low-cost, easy to maintain, and can be installed on existing roads. Whoosh provides a faster, safer, and eco-friendly alternative to conventional transport with global potential. Queenstown will become the global showcase destination for Whoosh, with the first stage operational in 2026.
WattsCraft designs river jet boat hulls for both professional boat builders and DIY enthusiasts. Over the last couple of years, we've developed two small prototype battery-electric boats to satisfy our own curiosity in electric drivetrains. These prototypes have proven to be extremely fun and a successful proof of concept. We’re now planning to offer them as both kit sets and turn-key boats.
Westpac is contributing to a stronger, fairer and more resilient Aotearoa by aligning our lending to sustainable solutions, empowering our customers with products that help them take action on key environmental and social issues, and working hard to set an example as an adaptable and forward-thinking business. Our commitment is Manaaki te ao, manaaki te tāngata, e tipu pūtea ora. Care for the planet, care for people and grow financial wellbeing.
ASB offers Sustainable Finance products, including the Business Sustainability Loan and Better Homes Top Up. The Business Sustainability Loan provides special rates for businesses and farms investing in green buildings, sustainable land and water use, waste reduction, and social initiatives. The Better Homes Top Up offers low-cost financing for energy-efficient home upgrades or purchasing electric and hybrid vehicles.
ANZ’s purpose includes supporting Aotearoa New Zealand’s transition to a low-emissions, climate-resilient economy. ANZ’s Business Green Loan, aligned to internationally recognised green loan principles, provides a discounted interest rate on lending specifically for small to medium businesses investing in emissions reduction and environmental sustainability initiatives. For households, ANZ’s Good Energy Loan offers the same low-rate finance for eligible energy-efficient home improvements and electric vehicles. To learn more, visit anz.co.nz/businessgreenloan or anz.co.nz/good-energy.
Play with the latest heat pumps and solar tech, check out Haydon Paddon's electric rally car and the latest Doppelmayr gondola, or test drive an EV, e-bike, e-scooter and cargo bike.
