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"A project that has transformed Tasmania’s Maria Island National Park into a
‘clean, green energy hub’ through the installation of a new solar array and
battery storage facility has taken out a top award.
The new solar system, designed and installed by Contact Group, is projected to
save around 13,000 litres of diesel annually, reducing the island’s dependence
on fuel-based power generation, curbing emissions and providing a sustainable
energy supply for the World Heritage Area.
The setup features a 55kW solar array, a 215kWh lithium battery storage system
and backup generators — all overseen by a remote monitoring system to ensure
continuous power for up to two days.
Minister for Parks Roger Jaensch said last year that the project was part of a
$12.63 million investment in the island, funded through the ‘re-discovered
project’ and the ‘improved state-wide visitor infrastructure program’."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
