We have such a huge amount of roof space on our buildings, so
we were really in a position to maximise the use of sunlight. We
have been analysing alternative energy systems, such as solar and
wind power, since 2010 and wanted to reduce our reliance on
grid-powered energy that produces CO2 emissions.

– David Young, Director of Strategy and Business, Beaconhills College

Beaconhills College has a strong commitment to sustainability and educating students on being responsible environmental citizens. The College chose YINGLI 4 YOU partners, EnviroGroup, to help maximise the large roof space at its two campuses and at the same time help students learn about energy use.

Beaconhills College currently has two of the largest solar systems in Melbourne schools, with 100kWp systems installed at both its Pakenham and Berwick campuses. David Young, the College’s Director of Strategy and Business, says “We really wanted to show what is achievable and how we can use technology to make a significant difference to our environmental footprint.”

Students can track the power yield via the online data monitoring system, as part of their learning about renewable technologies. Both sites have delivered $55,000 in savings on the College’s power bill just nine months since making the switch, with an expected four and a half year payback period. The project’s success means the College now plans to install solar panels on future facilities.

The system comprises

2 x 100kW Roof Mounted Solar Systems
400 x 250W Yingli Panels on each campus
6 X Sunny Tripower 17000TL-10
Annual Yield: 116,435 kWh
CO₂ savings pa approx: 165 Tonnes

Solar Safety Check

Right now, there are about 500,000 solar installations in Victoria and EnviroGroup has done about 15,000 of them. Since we have been around for 16 years, a lot of our systems are well into their operational lives. On top of that, we are routinely asked to look at systems installed by other companies that have long left the industry leaving them ‘orphaned’. Many of these have not been installed properly or have used sub-standard components. For these reasons, it is very important to have the safety of these systems checked thoroughly by a licensed, A-Grade electrician specializing in solar power.

We are currently in uncertain times with the spread of the Corona virus, a looming recession and the fallout from the bushfire season so making sure your solar system is performing at its best and, most importantly, safely is vital. Your solar system is your biggest ally in reducing your exposure to one of the most annoying bills you can get; your power bill. It’s nice to know that if you are quarantined at home with the family or your income has been compromised, that your electricity bill is being handled for you. It’s a no-brainer!

For $249, an EnviroGroup A-Grade electrician will call on you to carry out a full safety check of your system, clean it and make sure you are performing optimally and safely. If any major work needs to be carried out, they will organize a no-obligation quote.

Call us now on 1300 430 430 to be prepared.