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Youi Insurance Centre

Rooftop and carpark solar working together.

Sippy Downs, QLD

A commercial solar installation supporting the insurer’s energy and sustainability goals.

Installed system

Roof and carpark.

Annual production

Projected.

CO₂ avoided

Projected annually.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

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Youi Insurance Centre, headquartered in Sippy Downs, is a key player in Australia’s insurance industry, known for its innovative approach and deep community commitment. With a focus on delivering exceptional service (they recently won the 2024 Canstar Most Satisfied Customer Awards for both Car and Home Insurance), Youi also embraces corporate responsibility, supporting local communities and championing sustainability initiatives like tree planting and energy efficiency programs, and sought to make a bold step toward reducing their environmental footprint and operational costs. As a company built on values of innovation and forward-thinking, transitioning to solar energy aligned perfectly with their vision for sustainability and long-term growth. DS Energy was proud to partner with Youi to deliver a cutting-edge solar system tailored to their needs and aspirations.

Youi Insurance Centre, headquartered in Sippy Downs, is a key player in Australia’s insurance industry, known for its innovative approach and deep community commitment. With a focus on delivering exceptional service (they recently won the 2024 Canstar Most Satisfied Customer Awards for both Car and Home Insurance), Youi also embraces corporate responsibility, supporting local communities and championing sustainability initiatives like tree planting and energy efficiency programs, and sought to make a bold step toward reducing their environmental footprint and operational costs. As a company built on values of innovation and forward-thinking, transitioning to solar energy aligned perfectly with their vision for sustainability and long-term growth. DS Energy was proud to partner with Youi to deliver a cutting-edge solar system tailored to their needs and aspirations.

The system uses both rooftop and carpark space at Youi’s Sippy Downs headquarters.

The system uses both rooftop and carpark space at Youi’s Sippy Downs headquarters.

CLIENT

Youi Insurance Centre

COMMISSIONED

June 2024

01 / THE CHALLENGES

A high-demand corporate site.

A high-demand corporate site.

With an estimated annual energy consumption of 1,694 MWh , Youi Insurance Centre faced rising electricity costs and a considerable carbon footprint.

Significant electricity use

The centre consumed an estimated 1,694 MWh annually.

Uninterrupted operations

Solar needed to integrate without disrupting the workplace.

Space efficiency

Both roof and carpark areas were considered.

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

Designed across roof and carpark.

Designed across roof and carpark.

DS Energy designed and installed a 519.58 kW solar system , utilising both rooftop and carpark spaces to maximise energy production and efficiency: • 840 Astronergy CHSM72N(DG)/F-BH-575W panels were installed on the carpark, providing dual benefits such as shading for vehicles and energy generation. • 77 Astronergy CHSM60N(DG)F-HC-475W panels were installed on the building’s rooftop, optimising available space.

System

519.58 kW

Carpark

840 Astronergy 575 W panels

Rooftop

77 Astronergy 475 W panels

This innovative system is projected to generate 829.0 MWh of clean energy annually , significantly offsetting Youi’s reliance on grid power.

03 / THE RESULTS

Clean energy with measurable value.

Clean energy with measurable value.

The installation is expected to deliver transformative benefits for Youi Insurance Centre, including: By partnering with DS Energy, Youi has taken a significant step toward achieving its sustainability goals while reinforcing its commitment to the local community and the environment.

Projected annual production

Clean energy each year.

Clean energy each year.

Projected CO₂ reduction

Estimated annually.

Estimated annually.

Estimated annual savings

Projected energy cost benefit.

Projected energy cost benefit.

Lower grid demand

On-site generation offsets electricity use.

Carpark shade

The solar structure also shades vehicles.

Long-term value

Estimated savings support the business case.

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