NZ's biggest solar farm to be built

[Magoo]

The usual reason. Just follow the money. State funded hydro dams sold off on the sharemarket so their operation needs to turn a profit for the shareholders. That was a National government move that was great for investors but resulted in a situation that continues to distort the economics of the NZ electricity sector to the detriment of consumers.

The biggest issue with new Hydro isn't the money - it is environmental issues.  The last major hydro plan was scuppered for that reason not money.  That is why it is doubtful any new hydro will be built in this country.

which is dumb
when we do hydro we build lakes and canals.
why do the environmentalists hate lakes and canals?
would they prefer we go nuclear?, burn more coal?

theyve lots in the way of dont do this, dont do thats but 5 eighths of fuck all in the way of solutions.
it would greatly enhance their relevance to the debate, and give them some credence to do so.
so easy to pick the low hanging fruit by telling us all whats wrong, any fool can do that.