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BTP Conference Centre

A smarter energy outlook for an events venue.

Eight Mile Plains, QLD

A tailored solar solution for a busy conference and exhibition centre.

System capacity

210 panels.

Annual production

Estimated.

Annual savings

Projected.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Solar designed around an events business.

The Brisbane Technology Park Conference and Exhibition Centre is one of Brisbane’s premier events venues, celebrated for its commitment to excellence, modern technology, and adaptable spaces. Located in Eight Mile Plains, the centre is a hub for large conferences, exhibitions, and trade shows. With a focus on providing an inviting and efficient space that fosters innovation and communication, BTP also values environmental responsibility. In line with its vision to be at the forefront of technological advancements and sustainability, the centre sought to implement a solar power solution to reduce energy expenses and environmental impact.

The Brisbane Technology Park Conference and Exhibition Centre is one of Brisbane’s premier events venues, celebrated for its commitment to excellence, modern technology, and adaptable spaces. Located in Eight Mile Plains, the centre is a hub for large conferences, exhibitions, and trade shows. With a focus on providing an inviting and efficient space that fosters innovation and communication, BTP also values environmental responsibility. In line with its vision to be at the forefront of technological advancements and sustainability, the centre sought to implement a solar power solution to reduce energy expenses and environmental impact.

The system aligns with the centre’s energy use and tariff while leaving room for future energy expansion.

The system aligns with the centre’s energy use and tariff while leaving room for future energy expansion.

CLIENT

BTP Conference Centre

COMMISSIONED

April 2024

01 / THE CHALLENGES

Reducing a sizeable energy bill.

Reducing a sizeable energy bill.

With an annual energy consumption of approximately 499 MWh and substantial operational costs, BTP faced high electricity expenses that impacted both finances and sustainability goals.

High electricity demand

The centre used approximately 499 MWh of electricity annually.

Operational fit

The solution needed to support conferences, exhibitions and daily activity.

THE SYSTEM AT WORK

From site to useful energy

Site assessment

Converts sunlight into clean electricity.

Tailored design

Upgraded infrastructure moves energy safely across the site.

Delivery and care

On-site generation helps reduce reliance on the grid.

02 / THE SOLUTION

A system matched to the site.

A system matched to the site.

DS Energy collaborated closely with BTP to devise an optimal system solution, ultimately installing a 99.75 kW solar system comprising 210 Astronergy CHSM60N(DG)F-HC-475W panels . This system was strategically designed to align with the centre’s energy usage patterns and complex tariff, delivering an estimated 145.5 MWh of clean energy annually . DS Energy’s solution was tailored to support BTP’s operational needs while offering flexibility for future energy expansion. By offsetting a large portion of the centre’s power needs, the solar installation contributes significantly to their sustainability goals.

Capacity

99.75 kW

Modules

210 Astronergy 475 W panels

Annual production

Estimated 145.5 MWh

DS Energy designed the installation around the centre’s usage patterns and complex tariff.

03 / THE RESULTS

Lower costs and emissions.

Lower costs and emissions.

The solar installation at BTP Conference Centre is expected to deliver substantial benefits in both cost savings and environmental impact: This successful project not only contributes to the centre’s commitment to sustainability but also aligns with their values of innovation and operational efficiency.

Estimated annual production

Reported in the project story.

Reported in the project story.

Estimated CO₂ avoided

Projected per year.

Projected per year.

Estimated annual savings

Projected electricity cost reduction.

Projected electricity cost reduction.

Lower energy spend

The system is projected to reduce electricity costs.

Sustainability in action

On-site generation helps meet the centre’s goals.

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