594.1 kWp / 553 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the tender to design and install rooftop solar PV systems across six sites for the City of Albany. The installation and commissioning were carried out in multiple stages. The project began in 2022 with initial site —Albany Library. Impressed by the quality of work delivered, the council awarded PAE an additional two projects in 2022 Aquatic Centre and Airport. Expanding the partnership two more projects were awarded in 2023- Mercer Road and Administration Building.
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Site Name |
System Size | Panels Used | Inverter Used |
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Albany Airport |
97.68 kWp/ 100 kVA |
264 X Trina Solar (370 W) MOD-TR-M370FC-MBB |
1 X Fronius Tauro Eco 100-3-D (100 kVA) |
| The National| ANZAC Centre |
71.82 kWp/ 54 kVA |
133 X Shanghai JA Solar (540 W) JAM72S30-540/MR/1500V |
2 x Fronius Eco 27.0-3 |
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Albany Administration |
65.88 kWp /| 54 kVA |
122 X Shanghai JA Solar (540 W) JAM72S30-540/MR/1500V |
2 x Fronius Eco 27.0-3 S (27 kVA) |
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Albany Library |
39.96 kWp/ 30 kVA |
108 X Trina Solar (370 W) MOD-TR-M370HC-MBB |
2 X Fronius Symo 15.0-3-M |
| Albany Aquatic and Leisure Centre |
298.96 kWp/ 300 kVA |
808 X Trina Solar (370 W) TR-M370HC-MBB |
3 X Fronius Tauro Eco 100-3-D (100 kVA) |
| Albany Mercer Road Depot |
19.8 kWp / 15 kVA |
36 X Suntech (550 W) STP550S_C72_Vmh |
1 X Fronius Symo 15.0-3-M |
Despite the project’s remote location, which had the potential to introduce significant logistical and delivery challenges, PAE mitigated risks through proactive planning and early mobilisation. Our installation team strategically travelled to site a day ahead of schedule, including over a weekend, ensuring that works commenced promptly and progressed without delay. Parallel to this, strong emphasis was placed on robust delivery schedules and supply chain management, securing a steady flow of materials and equipment to site This outcome was achieved through meticulous planning, stakeholder coordination, and staged execution, ensuring business continuity and compliance with operational requirements. Through these projects, PAE demonstrated its capability to deliver large-scale, complex solar PV systems in regional and operationally sensitive environments, achieving complete client satisfaction, on-time delivery, and high-quality outcomes while upholding strict safety and risk management standards.
1. Albany Airport
97.68 kWp/100 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Albany Airport for the design, supply, and installation of 97.68 kWp / 100 kVA solar PV system, successfully commissioned in September 2022. The system comprises 264 premium Trina Solar 370 W panels, seamlessly integrated with a robust Fronius Tauro Eco 100 kVA inverter, ensuring maximum reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance.
The system generates approximately 164,100 kWh/year of clean energy annually, offsetting 111,000 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. The environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 5,100 mature trees each year. The PV system supports the City of Albany Airport’s renewable energy and sustainability goals by reducing reliance on grid power and lowering operational costs.
2. The National ANZAC Centre
71.82 kWp/54 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Albany the National ANZAC Centre for the design, supply, and installation of 71.82 kWp / 54 kVA solar PV system, successfully commissioned in November 2023.
The system comprises 133 premium Shanghai JA 540 W panels, seamlessly integrated with a robust 2 Fronius Eco 27 kVA providing a combined capacity of 54 kVA. The system was installed on Klip-Lok roof using non-penetrating mounts, which securely grip the raised seams of the roof without drilling, protecting the structural integrity, leaks and roof warranty.
The 71.82 kWp solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 109,000 kWh/year of clean energy annually, The generation is offsetting around 88,000 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. This environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 4,000 mature trees annually.
3. Albany Administration Building
65.88 kWp / 54 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Albany the Administration building for the design, supply, and installation of 65.88 kWp / 54 kVA solar PV system, successfully commissioned in November 2023.
The system comprises 122 premium Shanghai JA 540 W panels, seamlessly integrated with a robust 2 Fronius Eco 27 kVA providing a combined capacity of 54 kVA. The system was installed on Klip-Lok roof using non-penetrating mounts, which securely grip the raised seams of the roof without drilling, protecting the structural integrity, leaks and roof warranty.
The 65.88 kWp solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 100,130 kWh/year of clean energy, The generation is offsetting around 80,000 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. This environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 3700 mature trees annually.
4. Albany Library
39.6 kWp/ 30 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Albany for the design, supply, and installation of 39.6 kWp / 30 kVA solar PV system at the Albany library, successfully commissioned in March 2022.
The system comprises 122 premium Shanghai JA 370 W panels, seamlessly integrated with a robust 2 Fronius Symo 15 kVA inverter providing a combined capacity of 30 kVA. The system was installed on Klip-Lok roof using non-penetrating mounts, which securely grip the raised seams of the roof without drilling, protecting the structural integrity, leaks and roof warranty.
The 39.6 kWp solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 45,500 kWh/year of clean energy, The generation is offsetting around 68,200 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. The environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 3128 mature trees annually.
5. Aquatic Leisure Centre
298.9 kWp/ 300 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Albany for the design, supply, and installation of a 298.96 kWp / 300 kVA PV system at the Albany Aquatic Leisure Centre, in addition to systems at the Albany Library and Albany Airport. The system was commissioned in August 2023.
The system comprises 808 Trina Solar Panels 370 W, seamlessly integrated with a robust 3 Fronius Tauro 100 kVA inverter providing a combined capacity of 300 kVA. The 298.96 kWp solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 451,500 kWh/year of clean energy, The generation is offsetting around 365, 715 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. The environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 16,779 mature trees annually.
6. Albany Mercer Road Depot
19.8 kWp/ 15 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Albany for the design, supply, and installation of a 19.8 kWp / 30 kVA PV system at the Albany Mercer Road Depot to their existing 20 kW Solar PV System. The system was commissioned in October 2023.
The new system comprises 36 Suntech 550W, seamlessly integrated with one Fronius Symo 15 kVA inverter providing a combined capacity of 300 kVA. In compliance with Western Power’s commercial export regulations, the system was configured with a 1.5 kW export limit, ensuring minimal export to the grid while optimising self-consumption within the school.
The 19.8 kWp solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 28,570 kWh/year of clean energy, The generation is offsetting around 23,139.7 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. The environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 1,062 mature trees annually.
