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title: "Bringing Solar to Life: The Entelar Energy Story with Laura Dewar"
description: Laura Dewar discusses Entelar Energy's innovative approach to localized solar solutions in New Zealand on the latest episode of Totally Connected. Listen now on Spotify and YouTube.
image: https://insights.entelargroup.co.nz/hubfs/Youtube%20thumb.png
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# Bringing Solar to Life: The Entelar Energy Story with Laura Dewar
by [EntelarGroupNZ](https://insights.entelargroup.co.nz/totally-connected-entelar-group-podcast/author/entelargroupnz) | 24 March 2025
#### In the latest episode of Totally Connected, we sit down with [Laura Dewar, Energy Lead](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-dewar-a5889118/) at Entelar Energy, for an illuminating conversation about bringing innovative solar solutions to New Zealand's unique energy landscape.
Laura shares her journey from South African logistics to spearheading Entelar Energy's mission to transform how Kiwis harness the power of the sun.
Laura unpacks the strategic launch of Entelar Energy and explains why New Zealand requires localised solar solutions rather than off-the-shelf global approaches. She details their market entry strategy, from carefully curated vendor agreements to comprehensive installer training programs and their state-of-the-art Auckland facility where hands-on learning brings solar technology to life.
From navigating certification challenges to building relationships with power line companies, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone interested in the future of renewable energy in New Zealand. Tune in for a fascinating discussion about solar innovation, market development, and how Entelar Energy aims to become synonymous with solar excellence in New Zealand over the next decade.
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[Listen on Spotify →](https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ojI2HGGyeViaVx9sLCa1k?si=h-lFZPVwQ6mo4OKfo95yqA&nd=1&dlsi=77dfa16aa04f43ad)
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