Case Study - Calco Trusses & Timber
Solar saves Calco Trusses & Timber 50% in Energy Costs
Our Customer
Calco Trusses & Timber, a respected business located in South Geelong, Victoria.
Calco Trusses & Timber has been a beacon of sustainability and innovation in the timber manufacturing industry. A proud member of the Frame & Truss Manufacturer’s Association of Australia Ltd (FTMA), Calco embarked on a strong sustainability mission with the goal of lowering both costs and environmental footprint.
How We Helped
In mid-2018, Choice Energy helped Calco Trusses & Timber take a giant leap toward their sustainability goals by installing a 175kW commercial solar system at their primary site.
Acknowledging the positive impact and driven by a commitment to renewable energy, Calco later expanded its solar capabilities with an additional 25kW system at a site in Laverton, Victoria.
Our interventions were carefully planned to align with Calco’s financial and environmental objectives, ensuring a seamless transition to solar energy that empowered them to significantly reduce their dependency on non-renewable energy sources and shield themselves from the volatility of energy markets.
Our success stories, such as the transformation seen with Calco Trusses & Timber, illustrate commercial solar's profound impact on revolutionising business operations, contributing to a greener planet, and delivering substantial financial savings.
Click here for more insights on Calco Trusses & Timber’s transition to solar energy and how Choice Energy can guide your business in achieving similar success.
Benefits
50% Saving On Electricity
The key benefit for Calco Trusses & Timber is a substantial reduction in energy costs. Post-installation of the solar systems, the company observed their electric bills drop by 50%, a saving that was initially directed towards paying off the solar system. Upon settlement of the payment for the system, their ongoing energy costs were halved, encapsulating a significant financial advantage that will proliferate over time.
175kW
By installing a 175kW system and an additional 25kW system, the business significantly reduced its grid-energy usage during its busiest time of year.
Customer Quote
“We worked closely with the team at Choice Energy and the information provided was great and the communication was seamless. The installation was very easy and well done. 7 years down the track from first discussing it, it hums away in the background and we have no issues with it. No news is good news.”
Christine Flanagan, Director, Calco Timber & Trusses
Are your business's energy costs rising? Gain a no-obligation assessment of your energy usage to identify ways you can save.
Related Energy Services
Related case studies
Take back control of your energy
Speak to one of our Choice Energy Assessors for a free energy evaluation today!
