131.04 kWp / 125 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was engaged by the City of Kwinana to deliver small to medium-scale rooftop solar PV installations across key community facilities as part of the City’s commitment to sustainability and cost reduction.
The partnership began in May 2017 with the design, supply, and installation of a 99.84 kWp solar PV system at the Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre. The system was designed to maximize clean energy generation while ensuring seamless integration with the facility’s existing infrastructure. Following the successful performance and efficiency of the first system, the City of Kwinana once again entrusted PAE with a second project at the John Wellard Community Centre, which was commissioned in December 2018.
| Site Name | System Size | Panels Used |
Inverter Used |
|
John Wellard Community Centre |
31.2 kWp / 25 kVA |
96 X Trina Solar (325 W)TSM-PD14 |
1 X SMA Sunny STP 25000TL-30 |
| Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre | 99.84 kWp/ 100 kVA |
384 X REC Solar 260 WREC260PE |
4 X SMA Sunny Tripower (25 kVA) |
Collectively, these projects generate approximately 216,253 kWh of clean energy annually, significantly reducing the City’s greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 173 tonnes of CO₂ per year, which is equivalent to planting around 7,950 trees annually. Beyond the environmental benefits, the installations have also enabled the City to proactively reduce operational energy costs, supporting financial sustainability without compromising services to the community. The success of the initial installation fostered a strong relationship built on trust and performance, paving the way for continued collaboration in future sustainability initiatives.
1. John Wellard Community Centre
31.2 kWp / 25 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Kwinana-John Wellard Community Centre for the design, supply, and installation of 31.2 kWp / 25 kVA Rooftop Solar PV System. The system was commissioned in December 2018. The system comprises 96 high efficient Trina Solar 325 W Panels, seamlessly integrated with one SMA Sunny Tripower 25kVA inverter.
The 31.2 kWp solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 46,525 kWh/year of clean energy. The generation is offsetting around 37,220 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. The environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 1,710 mature trees annually.
2. Darius Wells Library & Resource Centre
99.84 kWp / 100 kVA SOLAR PV ROOFTOP SYSTEM
Perdaman Advanced Energy (PAE) was awarded the contract by the City of Kwinana- Darius Wells Library Resource Centre for the design, supply, and installation of 99.84 kWp / 100 kVA Rooftop Solar PV System. The system was commissioned in May 2017. The system comprises 384 high efficient REC Solar 260 W Panels, seamlessly integrated with four SMA Sunny Tripower 25kVA inverter.
The 99.84 kWp solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 169,728 kWh/year of clean energy. The generation is offsetting around 13,5782.4 kg of CO₂ emissions each year. The environmental benefit is equivalent to the carbon absorption capacity of approximately 6240 mature trees annually.
