- Education
Wavell State High School
- 286.74kW Solar Energy System
- 802 x Longi 370W Solar Modules
- 1 x SolarEdge 82.5kW Inverter
- 1 x SolarEdge 50kW Inverter
- 3 x SolarEdge 30kW Inverter
20+ Years
Experience
Experience
100%
Australian Owned
Australian Owned
Fully
Licensed
Licensed
About The Client
Wavell State High School is a coeducational public secondary school located in Wavell Heights, Brisbane, Queensland. Established in 1959, the school serves students from Years 7 to 12 and is renowned for its achievements in academic, cultural, and sporting arenas. As of 2019, the school had an enrolment of approximately 1,674 students.
Project Detail
Focus
Beare Group implemented a bespoke solar energy solution at Wavell State High School to address rising energy costs, reduce reliance on grid power, and promote sustainability within the educational sector.
Challenges
- Rising Energy Costs: Increasing electricity expenses were impacting the school’s operational budget, requiring an energy-efficient solution.
- Grid Dependency: Dependence on the traditional energy grid left the school vulnerable to fluctuating energy prices and supply issues.
Solution
Beare Group designed and installed an advanced solar energy system tailored to the school’s energy requirements. The system features:
- 255.955kW Solar Energy System: Integrating two high-performance solar module types for optimised energy production
- 1 x SolarEdge 66.6kW Inverter: Ensures optimal energy conversion and system efficiency.
- 4 x SolarEdge 30kW Inverters: Provides balanced energy distribution and operational reliability.
- 3 x Secondary Inverters: Enhances system performance and ensures redundancy.
This comprehensive setup ensures maximum energy efficiency, tailored to the school’s energy needs.
Outcome
The Beare Group project achieved outstanding results:
- Significant Energy Cost Reductions: The solar system effectively offset electricity expenses, enabling the school to reallocate savings to educational resources.
- Enhanced Sustainability: By leveraging renewable energy, the school reduced its carbon footprint and demonstrated environmental responsibility.
- Educational Value: The project serves as a practical case study for students, fostering awareness of renewable energy technologies and sustainability practices.
Location
Wavell State High School is located at Telopia Avenue, Wavell Heights, approximately 7.8 kilometres north of Brisbane’s CBD. Positioned on a high ridge, the school offers an inspiring environment conducive to both academic and extracurricular activities.
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