Category Archives: Commercial Solar

Research Shows Industrial Sector Optimal For Rooftop Solar

Research Shows Renewable Generation in Industrial Sector Under-Capitalised Australian research reveals renewable generation in the industrial sector is under-capitalised.  Whilst the domestic market has embraced rooftop solar, commercial and industrial solar is primed with opportunity. Prological worked with the University of Wollongong Sustainable Buildings Research Centre’s (UoW SBRC) on research that shows potential for rooftop […]

10x More Homes Have Solar Than Businesses – Why That Tide is Changing

Australia has long been a leader in renewable energy, with rooftop solar power being one of the most popular and effective sources of clean energy for households. In fact, according to the Clean Energy Regulator, more than a third of Australian homes now have solar power. Despite the rise in solar for the home, of […]

Why Re-Deployable Solar is the Future of Clean Energy for Small Business Owners

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As a small business owner, you’re always on the lookout for ways to save money, reduce your impact on the environment, and future-proof your business. Solar energy is an excellent solution that can help you achieve all three goals. But, until now, the traditional model of solar energy has been a challenge for small businesses, […]

Bureau Veritas Solpod Solar Project Awarded ‘Most Impactful Initiative’

Bureau Veritas Solpod Solar Project Awarded ‘Most Impactful Initiative’ Solpod congratulates Bureau Veritas on their winning solar project, that received ‘Most Impactful Initiative.’  Solpod solar PV was installed on Bureau Veritas buildings across three sites in Australia, including buildings in Adelaide. Bureau Veritas writes: “The Group recognized outstanding people and teams who have implemented meaningful […]

The Increasing Return on Investment of Solar Energy for your Business.

Investing in solar and renewable energy is no longer just about reducing electricity bills, it has become a way for businesses to grow and improve their performance. By investing in solar energy, businesses are not only taking advantage of the cost-saving benefits of renewable energy, but they’re also making a statement about their commitment to […]

How Solar Energy Can Save Your Business Money in the Face of Rising Electricity Prices

Australia’s electricity prices are set to soar by at least 35% in 2023. Meaning that businesses will be paying significantly more for their energy. The answer may seem simple. Small to medium businesses should look to start saving with renewable energy to cut costs while also reducing their carbon footprint. But while the benefits of […]

Bureau Veritas Powers Up with Solpod Solar

Bureau Veritas Installs 81 Solar Pods Bureau Veritas has taken a significant stride towards reducing their emissions by installing a substantial 423kW sized solar system on their commodities laboratory situated in Wingfield, Adelaide.  Bureau Veritas chose to power their operations through a Solpod Rental solution, aligned to their property lease. A total of 810 solar panels […]

Colonial Brewery Calls for Victorian Emissions Targets

Solpod Solar Installation at Colonial Brewery Solpod completed a 100kWp rooftop solar installation for Colonial Brewery in Port Melbourne in late 2020. The ABC featured Colonial Brewery’s solar installation in recent reporting that reveals businesses are keen to adopt renewables. The ABC reported on the 28/01/21 about Colonial Brewery:  “It recently installed 100 kilowatts of solar […]

Opportunity for Commercial Solar With Instant Asset Write-offs in 2020 Federal Budget

Renewable energy advocates were disappointed by the Federal Government’s 2020 Budget that missed the opportunity to support a green covid recovery.  PV Magazine Australia reported though an opportunity for commercial solar exists in the budget through instant asset write-offs. James Larratt, CEO of Solpod, says that, “the budget has provided some confidence and momentum to businesses to adopt solar. […]

Commercial Renters Can Save with Relocatable Rooftop Solar

Innovations in solar are enabling more customers to save on electricity and meet their sustainability goals.  Solpod has developed relocatable commercial and industrial rooftop solar, allowing commercial renters to benefit for the first time from rooftop solar through a simple, short-term rental. Up until now, tenants or landlords have had to take a long term […]