The human version (we wrote this, not the council)
This policy applies to all major development, whether homes, commercial, industrial, institutional, leisure or mixed use. Where viable, schemes must support the shift to a low carbon, decentralised energy network, meaning energy generated and shared locally rather than only drawn from the national grid. Development must contribute to net zero and energy security. Applicants must follow an energy hierarchy: reduce energy demand first, then maximise efficiency, then incorporate renewable or low carbon energy systems.
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Policy NZ.7
Decentralised Energy Systems ~ Major Development
This policy applies to all major development proposals including residential,
commercial, industrial, institutional, leisure and mixed use.
Where viable development will be expected to support the transition to a low-carbon
and resilient decentralised energy network in accordance with national policy,
including the NPPF , and relevant national energy policy. Development must
contribute to achieving net zero, improving energy security, and support low carbon
energy infrastructure that enables the decarbonisation of heat and power.
A. Energy Hierarchy
Major development must demonstrate application of the following energy hierarchy
where feasible and viable:
• Reduced energy demand.
• Maximising energy efficiency.
• Incorporating decentralised, renewable or low carbon energy systems.