Source: New Zealand Government
Major water reform has taken a step closer with the appointment of the inaugural board of the Taumata Arowai water services regulator, Hon Nanaia Mahuta says.
Former Director General of Health and respected public health specialist Dame Karen Poutasi will chair the inaugural board of Crown agency Taumata Arowai.
“Dame Karen brings considerable experience in governance and management as Director General of Health and Chief Executive of NZQA, as well as her crucial experience as a member of the Havelock North Drinking Water Inquiry panel,” Nanaia Mahuta said.
“This tragic water contamination incident was a major driver for legislation, including the establishment of an independent regulator, to assure safer drinking water and more efficient wastewater and stormwater networks for New Zealanders.”
Editor’s Note: This is the second of an ongoing series of press releases about the West Plains Solar Farm project, which will officially kick off March 12 with a groundbreaking ceremony.
As the future holder of the largest municipal-owned solar farm in the state of Missouri, West Plains is positioning itself now and in the future as a leader in renewable energy.
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While the primary goal is to expand its energy resources while lowering costs for West Plains utility customers, the new solar farm will also provide more than just power. It will also provide tremendous environmental benefits to a community that prides itself on its resourcefulness and natural beauty. It also moves the City closer to becoming one of the few carbon-free cities in Missouri.