Stockland Rockhampton

Large-scale solar above an active retail centre.

Rockhampton, QLD

Large-scale rooftop solar for one of Central Queensland’s major shopping destinations.

System capacity

Large-scale retail solar.

Modules

Astronergy 475 W.

CO₂ reduction

Projected annually.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Turning a major rooftop into an energy asset.

Stockland Rockhampton is one of Central Queensland’s most prominent shopping destinations, playing a key role in the region’s retail economy. As part of their commitment to environmental responsibility and operational efficiency, Stockland partnered with DS Energy to deliver a large-scale solar solution that would reduce their carbon footprint and enhance long-term energy resilience. With thousands of daily visitors and a broad mix of tenants, the centre required a solar system that could deliver substantial energy output without compromising day-to-day operations.

Stockland Rockhampton is one of Central Queensland’s most prominent shopping destinations, playing a key role in the region’s retail economy. As part of their commitment to environmental responsibility and operational efficiency, Stockland partnered with DS Energy to deliver a large-scale solar solution that would reduce their carbon footprint and enhance long-term energy resilience. With thousands of daily visitors and a broad mix of tenants, the centre required a solar system that could deliver substantial energy output without compromising day-to-day operations.

The installation spans expansive rooftops at one of Central Queensland’s key shopping destinations.

The installation spans expansive rooftops at one of Central Queensland’s key shopping destinations.

CLIENT

Stockland Rockhampton

COMMISSIONED

December 2024

01 / THE CHALLENGES

Scale and access in a live centre.

Scale and access in a live centre.

Implementing a solar system of this scale on an active retail site presented several key challenges.

Complex roof access

Multiple buildings and tight installation windows required careful planning.

Cable management

The system’s scale called for precise routing and structural integration.

Retail continuity

Tenants, shoppers and services needed to keep operating.

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 2.67 MW commercial system.

A 2.67 MW commercial system.

DS Energy designed and installed a 2,673.3 kW solar system featuring 5,628 Astronergy CHSM60N(DG)F-HC-475W panels across Stockland Rockhampton’s expansive rooftops. Special attention was given to cable routing and structural integration, ensuring optimal performance, system safety, and visual cleanliness. Our team worked closely with onsite stakeholders to deliver the installation with minimal impact to tenants, shoppers, or services, ensuring continuity of operations while progressing toward the client’s sustainability goals.

Capacity

2,673.3 kW

Modules

5,628 Astronergy 475 W panels

Site

Stockland Rockhampton rooftops

The team coordinated with on-site stakeholders and planned for future maintenance accessibility.

03 / THE RESULTS

High output with long-term benefits.

High output with long-term benefits.

The system is expected to reduce Stockland Rockhampton’s carbon emissions by approximately 2,646 tonnes of CO2 each year , which is a major step forward in their commitment to reducing environmental impact.

Installed capacity

Across the retail rooftops.

Across the retail rooftops.

Solar panels

Astronergy 475 W modules.

Astronergy 475 W modules.

Estimated CO₂ reduction

Projected each year.

Projected each year.

Lower emissions

The system supports Stockland’s environmental goals.

Less grid reliance

On-site energy supports long-term efficiency.

Operational continuity

Delivery was coordinated around the active centre.

Have a large commercial rooftop?

Talk to DS Energy about an installation designed for your building and operations.

Create a free website with Framer, the website builder loved by startups, designers and agencies.