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Park Central Retail Complex
Case Study
New big box retail park enhances property value with solar & storage
Park Central is Illawarra’s latest and largest bulky goods retail complex, completed in 2023. The Esplanade Group Property Developers responsible for the 4,300m2 development cleverly included battery storage into the existing solar installation to tackle the complex energy demands. The commercial retail park has an embedded network and a high load profile, compounded by increasing onsite EV charging demand all sharing the same electrical infrastructure. This project featured high-performance batteries provided by Energy Renaissance, integrating with the existing solar infrastructure to enhance the energy efficiency of the property and maximise its appeal to potential tenants.
Technology
Battery Storage
Utilising three 57.5kWh superRack™ indoor systems, three integrated Sinexcel 30KW battery inverters and cybersecure battery and energy management systems.
Solar Power
Equipped with 100KW of rooftop solar panels and a Sungrow SG110CX inverter for efficient energy conversion.
Additional Features
Modbus integration with existing Schneider meter and new grid protection relay implementation.
Impact
Generates 150MWh of energy annually
Saves 120,000 kg of CO2 emissions annually*
The equivalent of powering 22 Australian homes^
The Journey
Commercial rental properties with solar and storage systems are a hot commodity on the rental market. Tenants are prepared to pay higher rent for lower power bills and a reduced carbon footprint and Property Developers are attracting and retaining higher-value tenants. To help meet corporate emissions goals and maximise the value of solar installations, Genelec Power Solutions designed in Energy Renaissance superStorage™ batteries as an integrated solar/storage solution on the same electrical infrastructure. This solution supports load, reduces emissions, and meets the rising demand for EV charging.
The Solution
Genelec faced the significant challenge of designing a safe, integrated solar/storage system that could be integrated with the existing electrical infrastructure, maximise solar economic and emissions benefits, and support a rising building and EV charging load. To this end, Genelec designed a solution incorporating indoor storage systems, secure remote management, and intelligent automation.
Outcomes
The design and implementation ran smoothly mainly due to Genelec’s expert design and project management and the Renaissance superEMS™ system’s innovative safety and simplicity features. This integrated solution efficiently managed the solar inverters, ER batteries, and EV charging demand via the shared electrical infrastructure. Businesses and tenants are increasingly prioritising sustainability practices high on their ESG agenda, as well as looking for ways to avoid the burden of rising energy costs. This solution supported The Esplanade Group in;
Maximising cost savings
Contributing to environmental sustainability
Increasing property value
Meeting market & community demand
Designing and implementing the integrated solar and storage solution for Park Central was a challenge we were eager to meet. Our partnership with Energy Renaissance helped us to create a system that not only meets the complex energy demands of a commercial development like this but also emphasises safety and ease of use.
This project demonstrates how commercial properties can benefit from renewable energy, achieving both economic and environmental goals.
Conclusion
The Park Central Complex is a landmark in integrating renewable energy into urban developments, surpassing renewable targets, and setting a new standard for sustainability. This collaborative effort between Genelec Power Solutions and Energy Renaissance demonstrates the feasibility and economic benefits of combining solar power with battery storage, addressing complex energy demands and maximising property value for both property developers and tenants. It marks a pivotal shift towards more intelligent, cleaner energy management, serving as a model for future sustainable urban projects that make financial sense.
