MAY 24, 2022 - COUNCIL SET TO SAVE THROUGH SOLAR

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24th May 2022

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is set to save thousands each year and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions thanks to the installation of solar panels across Council owned and operated assets. 

The Energy Efficiency Program commenced in 2019 and to date has achieved:

  • Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions from solar energy equivalent to 1660 Tonnes of carbon dioxide
  • 24 new active solar sites with a production capacity of 970.7 kw
  • Full LED Lighting replacements to Innisfail Shire Hall, Tully Depot and Innisfail Depot
  • Annual solar production value of $175,000
  • Annual power savings of over $545,000 made up of solar production, energy management and energy-efficient fixtures.

Mayor Mark Nolan said this project delivers both environmental and financial benefits for the community.

“The installation of solar to Council sites has seen a substantial saving in Council’s ongoing power bills and also taken positive steps in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

“In the two and half years since the first site was installed Council has seen a direct saving of $283,312 which will increase as additional solar sites are installed.

“Additional steps were also taken to decrease emissions including tariff reviews and the renewal of energy-efficient fittings and fixtures throughout Council facilities,” said Mayor Nolan.

Council has recently awarded a solar package for the installation of an additional 81.4kw capacity bringing the total capacity of the program above one megawatt.

The Energy Efficiency Program is proudly funded by the Queensland Governments Works for Queensland in association with Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

To read the full report visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/agendas. 

Alternatively, you can contact Council on 1300 763 903 or via email on enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.