A recent Milestone:
On 30 July 2026, the Ministry for Regulation recommended legalising plug-in solar in New Zealand, saying there was no good reason to stop Kiwis using it.
- Ministry for Regulation, Solar Review Report
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Our mission started with a question: if over a million European homes are running plug-in solar safely, why can't Kiwis do the same? We've spent the past year working with WorkSafe, the Electricity Authority, and the Ministry for Regulation to fix that. In May 2026, the Ministry launched a formal review of plug-in solar in New Zealand. We're making it happen.
Our approach to solar is different to other solar retailers. MyMiniSolar systems are built for self-consumption. The power you generate goes straight into your home and cuts your bill while the sun is out. At 39.3c per kWh, the 2026 national average, every kilowatt-hour you use from your panels is one you don't buy from the grid.
Case study: A German household running a plug-in solar system generated 897kWh in 2025, with around 1,765 sunshine hours a year. New Zealand gets more sun than that. Auckland averages around 2,000 sunshine hours, so a similar system would generate around 1,000kWh a year. Nelson, at around 2,400 hours, would produce up to 1,200kWh. Generating power and saving money are not quite the same thing. Plug-in solar feeds your home directly while the sun is out, so what you save depends on how much you use at the time. Most households use 40 to 60 percent of what they generate, and running appliances during daylight lifts that. At 39.3c per kWh, the 2026 national average, a household using most of its solar during the day sees a $1,500 system pay for itself in about 5 to 7 years. After that, the power is free.
Your mini solar system is keeping the upfront investment low. We are aiming to start around NZD1100 for our smallest system. The system will take over the base load of your homes power consumption during the day. This would be your fridge/ freezer, Wi-Fi Router and stand-by appliances like your Smart TV and any other electrical consumers you are running. This daily load can be drastically increased by running your washing machine, dryer, crock pot etc. when the sun is out. Most appliances like your dishwasher have a "start-delay function, for when you are leaving the house before the sun is out. Should your appliances require more power than the solar system can produce, the excess gets taken from the grid. If you are a business, your mini solar system is powering your computers, servers and other machinery you are using during the day.
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Myminisolar is a plug in solar power plant that produces electricity for your home the minute you plug it in.
The DIY kit consists of one to four solar panels, a microinverter, a mounting kit and the cables to connect it to your power socket.
A smart phone app lets you track the performance of your solar system in real time.
Myminisolar: Saves you money by powering your everyday appliances like your fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, TV, Wifi-Router during sunshine hours.
Plug & Play
Place your solar panels facing the sun and simply plug the cord into your outside power point. Its as simple as that.
No installation
Our solar systems plug directly into your outside power point. No professional installation needed.
Cost-effective
Save on your power bill from the minute you plug it in. A $1,500 system typically pays for itself in 5 to 7 years, depending on how much of your solar you use during the day.
Flexibility
It does not matter if you own your home or you are renting. You can easily take your mini solar setup with you when you move on.
Remote monitoring
Monitor how your solar setup performs on your phone for ultimate convenience. The microinverter connects via WiFi or Bluetooth to your device.
Sustainability
Your mini solar system harnesses the sun's rays for sustainable energy. Enjoy green energy and reduce your carbon footprint today!
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ABOUT US
Founded in 2025 by Gunnar Friese, MyMiniSolar Ltd is helping to bring plug-in solar to New Zealand. Inspired by the success of balcony solar systems throughout Europe, we advocate for safe and practical plug-in solar solutions that make renewable energy more accessible for renters, homeowners and small businesses. Our portable mini solar systems are designed to reduce electricity costs, lower barriers to solar adoption, and make clean energy simpler and more affordable. Read more
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