Energy Solution: Solar Solutions

Foodland West lakes

99kW
Solar System Size
Co2 REDUCTION
54.5 Tonnes
LED lightning
134MWh of Annual Clean Energy
PASSIONATE ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS AND THE CLIMATE.

As a group, Foodland thinks and cares about future generations of South Australians by ensuring good food is readily available in their stores across the state in a sustainable way.

Foodland reduced 54.5 tonnes of carbon footprint through adopting LED lighting and
energy-efficient refrigeration and waste management strategies by using bio-degradable bags and soft plastic recycling.

By partnering with ZEN Energy, Foodland West Lakes is reducing its operating costs while being environmentally and economically sustainable.

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Store Owner, West Lakes Foodland
Sam Zucco
“We exist to serve our customers and community and plan on doing this for many years to come; our rooftop solar enables us to do our bit for the environment by reducing our carbon footprint and giving us a more secure energy future.”

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SUSTAINABILITY LEADERS SUMMIT
The Forktree Project
SSROC
Foodland westlakes
Sundrop Farms
St John’s Grammar
Nevertire Solar Farm
Nurmurkah Solar Farm
Coriole Winery
The University of Adelaide

ST John’s Grammar

99kW
Solar System Size
Co2 REDUCTION
54.5 Tonnes
LED lightning
134MWh of Annual Clean Energy
PASSIONATE ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS AND THE CLIMATE.

As a group, Foodland thinks and cares about future generations of South Australians by ensuring good food is readily available in their stores across the state in a sustainable way.

Foodland reduced 54.5 tonnes of carbon footprint through adopting LED lighting and
energy-efficient refrigeration and waste management strategies by using bio-degradable bags and soft plastic recycling.

By partnering with ZEN Energy, Foodland West Lakes is reducing its operating costs while being environmentally and economically sustainable.

Full Case Study
Store Owner, West Lakes Foodland
Sam Zucco
“We exist to serve our customers and community and plan on doing this for many years to come; our rooftop solar enables us to do our bit for the environment by reducing our carbon footprint and giving us a more secure energy future.”

READ MORE

SUSTAINABILITY LEADERS SUMMIT
The Forktree Project
SSROC
Foodland westlakes
Sundrop Farms
St John’s Grammar
Nevertire Solar Farm
Nurmurkah Solar Farm
Coriole Winery
The University of Adelaide

Nevertire Solar farm

The 132MW Nevertire Solar Farm
ZEN Energy acknowledges the Wiradjuri people, traditional custodians of the land on which Nevertire Solar Farm stands. We recognise their continuing connection to Country and culture.

The 132MW Nevertire Solar Farm is located near Warren in northwest New South Wales. The Nevertire Solar Farm was initially developed by Epuron and Island Green Power and was purchased in mid-2018 by Elliott Green Power Limited. Elliott Green Power is a wholly owned subsidiary of US Elliott Investment Management. The farm was constructed in Nevertire for the region’s excellent solar irradiation and proximity to a strong electricity network.

The construction of Nevertire Solar Farm took place during a major drought in NSW, providing a welcome boost to the local Warren community. Using local labour and contractors delivered a considerable economic uplift to the community during a difficult period.

The solar plant began operating in December 2019 and generates approximately 265,000 MWh of renewable electricity annually. Nevertire produces enough electricity to power around 42,000 homes with green energy, making a significant contribution to Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction.

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The local community

During construction, a key focus was on hiring from within the local community with specific opportunities related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities.

The project utilised local quarries, concrete suppliers, contractors, surveyors, geotechnical engineering companies, hire equipment, fuel supplies and on-site amenities. The farm provided work for approx—400 people from the region.

The project was completed with support from the local Orana people.

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Store Owner, West Lakes Foodland
Sam Zucco
“We exist to serve our customers and community and plan on doing this for many years to come; our rooftop solar enables us to do our bit for the environment by reducing our carbon footprint and giving us a more secure energy future.”

READ MORE

SUSTAINABILITY LEADERS SUMMIT
The Forktree Project
SSROC
Foodland westlakes
Sundrop Farms
St John’s Grammar
Nevertire Solar Farm
Nurmurkah Solar Farm
Coriole Winery
The University of Adelaide