Case Studies
Gravitas Energy takes a holistic approach when creating solutions for a business, that is what makes us the best in the industry.
Don’t believe us? Hear it from those we have helped save thousands on monthly energy bills.
J & A Brandsema Case Study
“The solution that Gravitas Energy have provided us puts us in a better position as we go into the future”
After two installations on site, and each delivering better savings than the last, we are now exploring the possibility of even further expanding the system.
Duggan Apples Case Study
“My wife, Christine, and I have been growing apples for almost 40 years and electricity is a huge cost”
“With their (Gravitas’) expertise and knowledge they’ve helped us right from day one”
Co-Ex Films Case Study
Written by Steve McNaughton, Director of Co-Ex Films
Co-Ex Films is a local company who commenced in 1997 as a supplier of low-grade plastic bag film and has since transformed into a major supplier of high-grade plastic film for the food packaging industry by replacing imported products with high quality Australian solutions.
THE PROBLEM:
Co-Ex Films was a high energy user and the cost of energy had risen to extremes virtually overnight and there was no offset, so the business had to absorb it or pass it on, neither of these options were palatable for the long-term profitability of the business.
THE SOLUTION:
Gravitas Energy visited us and after a range of on-site consultations and undertaking a desktop analysis, provided Co-Ex Films with a system that would reduce our energy bills by 15%. In the past, I had met with other solar installers and the like, none had the professionalism and track record to provide what we needed.
Working with us, Gravitas also collaborated with Kingston Council and the Sustainable Australia Fund to bring together all facets of the project. The technologies and methods employed included Electricity Retail Renegotiation, installing a Solar Power System and incorporating a PFC (Power Factor Correction Unit). These all worked together to bring the entire system online. The system was up and running within one month.
THE RESULTS:
The quantifiable benefits experienced by the installation for the first three months has been a saving of $13,600 in energy fees. This is broken down into; $4,451 in energy savings from the on-site solar energy production; $7,606 in energy savings from renegotiated electricity retail contracts and an estimated $1,600 reduction in demand charges. These are significant savings for a local business employing Australians and is part of the essential services chain.
Hobart Showgrounds
Hobart Showgrounds is 200 years old and much loved by its Tasmanian community.
THE PROBLEM:
Although the Hobart Showgrounds is home to weekly markets and the Motor Home and Caravan Park, it had a staggeringly high energy consumption.
THE RESULTS:
Gravitas Energy installed 200kW on the Hobart Showgrounds, taking great care to consider its historical importance and community value. After the 200kW solar installation, Gravitas Energy was able to help the Hobart Showgrounds reduce their energy costs by $7,000 per month in winter and over $10,000 per month in summer. This opens up previously inaccessible revenue for the Hobart Showgrounds to continue engaging with the community in Hobart.