CSP National have extensive experience with the installation of Commercial Solar Power Systems.
There are three standard size categories for CSP installations.
Less than 30 kW (Up to about 100 panels)
These systems use the same hardware and fall under the same grid connection rules as residential systems – meaning that installers who perform residential-sized installations can usually handle business-sized installs up to this level without needing any 'specialist' commercial solar power knowledge.
A 30 kW system will generate about 120 kWh of electricity a day on average over a year, which will save approximately $2000 per month if 100% self consumed (which is possible in commercial situations).
30-100 kW
Commercial solar arrays of this size require special systems to protect the grid from all the electricity they can generate, and need special permission from your local electricity network (DNSP) to connect to the grid. A commercial solar system specialist is recommended for business systems this size (and larger).
Commercial solar systems in this size range are typically installed on medium sized office buildings, local clubs and small retail businesses.
Over 100 kW
If you go over 100 kW, you are no longer eligible to claim the STC "rebate". But don't panic! You still get a subsidy known as 'LGCs' (covered in point #5 below in more detail). This is paid every year and is based on how much energy the system actually generates. This adds some complexity and paperwork for your business, as you have to install a special meter and report your generation every year to claim your 'rebate'.
These are typically installed on hotels, large offices, wineries and small to medium factories.
Over 250kW
These systems are very large, and I recommend a specialist installer who understands the specific engineering requirements of such big commercial systems.
Source: https://www.solarquotes.com.au/commercial-solar-guide.html#point1
There are three standard size categories for CSP installations.
Less than 30 kW (Up to about 100 panels)
These systems use the same hardware and fall under the same grid connection rules as residential systems – meaning that installers who perform residential-sized installations can usually handle business-sized installs up to this level without needing any 'specialist' commercial solar power knowledge.
A 30 kW system will generate about 120 kWh of electricity a day on average over a year, which will save approximately $2000 per month if 100% self consumed (which is possible in commercial situations).
30-100 kW
Commercial solar arrays of this size require special systems to protect the grid from all the electricity they can generate, and need special permission from your local electricity network (DNSP) to connect to the grid. A commercial solar system specialist is recommended for business systems this size (and larger).
Commercial solar systems in this size range are typically installed on medium sized office buildings, local clubs and small retail businesses.
Over 100 kW
If you go over 100 kW, you are no longer eligible to claim the STC "rebate". But don't panic! You still get a subsidy known as 'LGCs' (covered in point #5 below in more detail). This is paid every year and is based on how much energy the system actually generates. This adds some complexity and paperwork for your business, as you have to install a special meter and report your generation every year to claim your 'rebate'.
These are typically installed on hotels, large offices, wineries and small to medium factories.
Over 250kW
These systems are very large, and I recommend a specialist installer who understands the specific engineering requirements of such big commercial systems.
Source: https://www.solarquotes.com.au/commercial-solar-guide.html#point1