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Santa and ZEN Energy – Powering Christmas For Future Generations

ZEN Energy is proud to announce they have entered an exclusive partnership with Santa Claus himself to save Christmas for future generations.

With world climate scientists issuing stark warnings about global warming and the future of planet earth, the pressure is on world leaders to work together on solutions for the impending climate crisis. Santa has heeded the call. Working exclusively with ZEN Energy, Santa is going carbon neutral for 2022.

“The North Pole is not immune to the impacts of climate change, and it is home to some of our most important and magical creatures on earth,” says Santa Claus. “We all need to take responsibility and play our part in protecting the environment for future generations to enjoy. That’s why we, at Santa’s Workshop, are proud to announce, thanks to ZEN Energy, that we are going 100% renewable.”

This unique project was shrouded in secrecy until today. First, ZEN designed a vast and complex rooftop solar system; with a new technology that can generate renewable energy from extensive snow glare. Then, with the help of the reindeers, more than one thousand specially adapted panels were flown to the rooftops and meticulously placed across the entire toy factory.

“We already use recycled paper for wrapping gifts and responsibly sourced wood and recycled plastic for the toys, but our new installation takes sustainability to a whole new level. As a result, the Christmas lights are shining brighter this year than ever as we celebrate the carbon-neutral North Pole,” said the Director of Festive Sustainability – Elf Grimble.

A second installation was commissioned atop Santa’s grotto, ensuring Mrs Claus can create a delicious festive feast for Santa and his helpers to enjoy after the busy night’s work on 25 December, all without using any power from the grid.

We understand the turkey will be roasted in their Electrolux oven, and they will enjoy a beautiful cabernet shiraz from Taylor’s Wines with their Christmas feast. No wine for the elves though, they will be participating in ZEN’s Solar Schools program at Adelaide’s St John’s Grammar School over the break to truly understand the scientific benefits of their new solar installation.

“I’m looking forward to circumnavigating the globe with my new electric sleigh. It works in harmony with Rudolf and the reindeers, so it is unnecessary to charge it. Just another touch of Christmas magic” says Santa.

‘We have been delighted to work with Santa and his team of elves on this extraordinary project. Slowing climate change means Santa can keep delivering gifts and magic to future generations of children worldwide. This is a practical way that we can do our bit to leave the world a better place” said ZEN Energy CEO Anthony Garnaut.

This project marks the end of a fantastic year for ZEN Energy and their customers. Taylor’s Wines, installed a 100kWs of solar on their winery in the Clare Valley, CBUS now powers their South Australian operations with 100% renewable energy, and JC Decaux purchased renewable energy certificates to convert their national operations to 100% renewable energy, along with 360 businesses and households that are now reaping the benefits of renewable energy.

Thanks to ZEN Energy, Christmas is looking merry and bright.

ENDS.

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ZEN ENERGY CHOSEN TO SUPPLY 100% RENEWABLE ENERGY TO CSIRO

Article originally published by the CSIRO.

Through the Agreement, signed with ZEN Energy, 26 CSIRO-managed research sites in ACT, NSW, and Victoria will be supplied by renewable generation from two regional solar farms.

This includes the iconic Parkes Observatory in regional NSW, the Canberra Deep Space Communication Centre in Tidbinbilla and the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness in Geelong, the site of key research in the rapid global response to COVID-19.

The Agreement is the largest of its type in place for a Commonwealth Government agency.

CSIRO Director of Business and Infrastructure Services, Dave Agnew said the agreement will enable CSIRO to halve its annual carbon emissions associated with electricity use at CSIRO sites.

“This is a very significant step towards being net-zero in our operations, and is in line with our broader remit to help Australia navigate to a low emissions future,” Mr Agnew said.

CSIRO’s energy research portfolio is delivering affordable, reliable and sustainable solutions for the nation.

This includes innovation and simulations to support Australia’s electricity network transformation, and key low emissions technologies like hydrogen, that will drive significant emissions reduction.

“As a world leader in sustainability research, CSIRO is committed to innovative science and technology that reduces emissions and global climate change impacts,” Mr Agnew said.

“We aspire to be an organisation that promotes and demonstrates sustainable operations and practices that are consistent with our science and innovation impact.

In addition to entering into a commercial PPA, CSIRO and ZEN are exploring opportunities to undertake collaborative renewable energy science projects.

The new Power Purchase Agreement follows CSIRO’s recent completion of a solar photovoltaic (PV) roll-out across 10 sites nationally.

The PV installations have the capacity to generate more than five megawatts of renewable energy and reduce CSIRO’s carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions by around 5900 tonnes each year.

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ZEN Energy to Power SA Government Energy.

ZEN Energy and SA Government have signed a new energy supply contract that will help power COVID recovery in the state, creating 810 construction jobs and supplying cleaner, cheaper and more secure electricity.In a decade-long deal with South Australian Government, the contract includes the construction of South Australia’s largest solar farm and the state’s 5th grid-scale battery.

ZEN Energy won the new contract after a rigorous process, to supply power to the State Government through to 2030. Selecting ZEN Energy is an example of the government’s commitment to a uniquely South Australian organisation. ZEN Energy will supply the state with highly competitive renewable energy solutions.

“ZEN Energy is pleased to be able to continue to build a long term relationship with the SA Government to supply its electricity needs across all government sites. This recognises ZEN Energy’s high-quality customer service approach and innovative energy solutions.

This is a landmark contract for ZEN Energy’s business, building on other recent announcements for long term renewable energy supply contracts and reinforces the ability for renewable energy to supply customers with clean, affordable energy solutions.

This contract continues ZEN Energy’s growth with more jobs at its head office in Adelaide.” said Ross Garnaut, Director ZEN Energy

In a statement from Minister for Energy and Mining Dan van Holst Pellekaan said, “The Marshall Government has used its significant purchasing power to secure the construction of a 280 MW solar farm at Cultana near Whyalla and 100 MW battery near Port Augusta – both to be delivered in partnership with SIMEC Energy Australia.

This is a great outcome for taxpayers, for jobs, for power prices and for grid security.

The Marshall Government’s energy policies are making these long-proposed projects a reality.

It’s a big solar farm and a big battery, with big savings for taxpayers, creating a big jobs number.

The $660 million investment to deliver these two projects includes the creation of up to 810 new jobs at the peak of the construction phase and around $40 million in local goods and services.

These projects will be a coup for the communities of the Upper Spencer Gulf.

This new contract will allow ZEN Energy to grow its business customer base, enter the residential, retail market and improve both the security and reliability of the grid with the state’s 5th grid-scale battery.

Once operational, these new assets will have a positive impact on competition in South Australia and deliver emissions reductions and price reductions, saving SA households $10 on average on their electricity bills, on top of the $158 average reduction in our first two years in Government.”

The 10-year agreement commences on the 1st of November and will result in around $12.8 million in savings for taxpayers compared to the previous power arrangements.

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ZEN ENERGY POWER SA GOVERNMENT IN NEW ENERGY SUPPLY CONTRACT

ZEN Energy and SA Government have signed a new energy supply contract to help power COVID recovery in the state, creating 810 construction jobs and supplying cleaner, cheaper and more secure electricity.

In a decade-long deal with the South Australian Government, the contract includes the construction of South Australia’s largest solar farm and the state’s 5th grid-scale battery.

ZEN Energy won the new contract after a rigorous process to supply power to the State Government through 2030. Selecting ZEN Energy is an example of the Government’s commitment to a uniquely South Australian organisation. ZEN Energy will supply the state with highly competitive renewable energy solutions.

This is a landmark contract for ZEN Energy’s business, building on other recent announcements for long term renewable energy supply contracts and reinforcing the ability for renewable energy to supply customers with clean, affordable energy solutions.

This contract continues ZEN Energy’s growth with more jobs at its head office in Adelaide.” said Ross Garnaut, Director ZEN Energy

In a statement from Minister for Energy and Mining Dan van Holst Pellekaan said, “The Marshall Government has used its significant purchasing power to secure the construction of a 280 MW solar farm at Cultana near Whyalla and 100 MW battery near Port Augusta – both projects will be delivered in partnership with SIMEC Energy Australia.”

This is an excellent outcome for taxpayers, for jobs, for power prices and grid security.

The Marshall Government’s energy policies are making these long-proposed projects a reality.

It’s a big solar farm and battery, with significant savings for taxpayers, creating a considerable amount of jobs.

The $660 million investment to deliver these two projects includes creating up to 810 new jobs at the peak of the construction phase and around $40 million in local goods and services.

These projects will be a coup for the communities of the Upper Spencer Gulf.

This new contract will allow ZEN Energy to grow its business customer base, enter the residential, retail market, and improve the grid’s security and reliability with the state’s 5th grid-scale battery.

The 10-year agreement commences on the 1st of November and will result in around $12.8 million in savings for taxpayers compared to the previous power arrangements.

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TRINITY COLLEGE JOIN ZEN ENERGY SA SOLAR SCHOOLS PROGRAM

ZEN Energy announced today Trinity College is the first school in its new South Australian Schools program. ZEN Energy is the exclusive provider of the leading Solar Schools program to young South Australians. The program is an Australian curriculum-aligned, bold, and innovative education platform that engages students in STEM-focused learning using real data from their school’s solar installation and grid consumption.

“We are delighted to be leading the way in educating for the future. We continue to build a sustainable future for our school, and this platform enables us to embed this philosophy deeper into the very fabric of Trinity College,” said Nick Hately, Head of Trinity College.

“The exclusive partnership with Solar Schools means that ZEN Energy can continue to deliver quality solar and battery installations to our school communities while enabling South Australian students to truly engage in their school’s sustainability journey, learning with real-time data. It’s like one big, exciting science experiment!” said Ross Garnaut AC, Director, ZEN Energy. “ZEN Energy is focused on building and changing communities, enabling them to actively participate in the journey to a cleaner, greener future.”

“Partnering with ZEN Energy was just the right choice for us,” said Rob Breuer, Founder of Solar Schools. “We have a shared goal of building engaged communities, and we are both Australian businesses focused on enabling the next generation driving Australia’s energy and sustainability future.”

The program incorporates advanced smart energy meters to monitor and report on the generation of electricity. Wattwatchers Digital Energy provides these as part of their My Energy Marketplace (MEM) program.

“Trinity College is a terrific anchor campus for the launch of this great new partnership between ZEN Energy and Solar Schools, and Wattwatchers is delighted to be involved through our Australia-wide MEM project supported by grant funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). The national school’s target for the MEM is 250 sites, and we are excited that Trinity has led the way in South Australia,” said Wattwatchers CEO Gavin Dietz.

Trinity College worked with ZEN Energy to install a 1270kWp solar system across its three campuses. The system enabled the College to reduce its carbon emissions by 1,323,217 kg in the first year. The solar installation will provide the real-time data for the Solar Schools program so that Trinity College students can further their understanding of solar electricity generation and how it works, as part of their school’s overall energy use, to benefit the environment.

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