Empowering Melton City with Commercial Solar
Client: Melton City Council
Location: Melton City, Australia
Challenge
Melton City Council aimed to reduce energy costs and optimize the efficiency of solar installations across 10 buildings. To achieve this, they required expert pre-construction services to ensure system feasibility, safety, and maximum value.
Solution
- Feasibility Studies:
- Conducted in-depth analyses to recommend optimal system sizing and ensure attractive payback periods.
- Electrical Audits and System Design:
- Inspected switchboards and electrical infrastructure to identify suitable inverter station locations.
- Designed solar systems with detailed electrical plans, including:
- Preferred panel layouts.
- Monitoring and data point integration.
- Cable runs and product specifications.
- Electrical calculations and safety compliance.
- Structural and Safety Audits:
- Assessed roof structure, access, and safety through engineering reports to confirm structural capacity.
- Conducted drone surveys for precise site mapping and visualization.
- Cost Estimation and Tender Preparation:
- Provided accurate construction cost estimates.
- Developed a comprehensive construction tender package to streamline the bidding process.
- Energy Optimization and Battery Solutions:
- Aggregated energy generation and demand across multiple council sites to reduce energy export and maximize system value.
- Proposed battery storage systems for sites with high overnight demand and low daytime usage.
Results
This collaboration enabled Melton City Council to prepare for efficient solar system installations, ensuring:
- Cost-effective energy solutions tailored to the unique demands of each site.
- Safer, structurally sound installations through rigorous pre-construction audits.
- Future-proofing energy needs with battery integration recommendations for optimal storage and usage.
Impact
By optimizing system designs and aligning energy generation with demand patterns, Pacific Sun Solar supported Melton City Council’s mission to lead in sustainability while achieving long-term energy savings.