WHAT WE DO

We have expertise across all the areas that are necessary to get a successful solar powered project off the ground, from the very first site assessment and feasibility study through to management of an entire construction project, and the final flick of the switch to commission it and send power into the grid.

Project development

We can manage a solar farm development from site acquisition through to financial close and construction – overseeing the project from an initial site assessment and geotechnical surveys right through to commissioning of the solar farm.

Our team has experience in engineering, construction, power generation and transmission, which translates to high quality projects that address and mitigate construction phase risks.

Our services include

  • Project management

  • Grid connection approvals

  • Site suitability and infrastructure assessment and design

  • Liaison with local government and management of consent processes

  • Feasibility studies including yield assessments and financial modelling

  • Experienced CAD design services

  • Oversight of construction from beginning to end, including Health and Safety processes

Technical consultancy

We offer our expertise to commercial businesses, local and central government, iwi organisations and community organisations who are seeking a solar-powered solution to offset their energy use, reduce energy costs or make use of available land.

We will prepare an overall project feasibility study, financial modelling and concept designs, helping to find the best option.


Our services include

  • Utility-scale solar PV feasibility studies

  • Financial modelling and business case

  • Detailed solar PV engineering and design

  • Land and rooftop eligibility analysis

  • Yield assessment for PV systems

Power Purchase Agreements

Lightyears Solar can help you power your business with energy from a renewable source. Join the effort across Aotearoa to get to 100% renewables via a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with us.

Contact us to talk about a PPA today.


Our services include

  • Experience arranging PPAs with high-use energy companies..

  • Power purchased directly from our solar farms.


We’re proud to work with The following organisations