One expert has offered a theory about why SolarZero met the end that it did.
The Kiwi-founded solar and battery firm was placed into liquidation - costing over 160 employees their jobs.
Lightforce Solar owner John Harman says SolarZero offered an 'amazing' deal for consumers - but economic factors have created additional trouble for the sector.
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