Wedoany.com Report-May 18, Trinasolar, a leading global provider of smart photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions, has supplied its high-performance solar modules for the 6MW renewable energy park at Kerarbury Farm, an almond orchard in Australia. The project, developed by AGL Energy, is expected to generate up to 14,000MWh of solar energy annually. The solar farm is designed to provide nearly 83% of the farm's energy needs, powered by over 10,000 advanced solar modules from Trinasolar.

The Kerarbury Farm is expected to generate up to 14,000MWh of solar generation annually.

In addition to the solar modules, the farm features a 2.3MW/4.5MWh energy storage system. This system will enable the farm's operator, ofi (Olam Food Ingredients), the world’s largest almond grower, to transition away from diesel or grid energy. This shift will significantly reduce the farm’s greenhouse gas emissions, providing cleaner energy and improving sustainability. The system is expected to generate enough power to supply the entire neighboring community of Griffith for an entire year.

Brendan Weinert, Head of Sustainable Business Energy Solutions at AGL, commented: “AGL is committed to delivering clean, affordable, and reliable energy to customers across Australia. We have built strong partnerships with a wide range of industries, from almond farms like Kerarbury and Caddell to vineyards, agricultural operations, and various other sectors. This new system will be AGL's third installation specifically designed for the almond industry. Under a 20-year partnership, AGL will own, manage, and maintain the system, allowing ofi to focus on almond production while benefiting from sustainable energy solutions.”

Edison Zhou, Group Director of Australia, New Zealand, and Pakistan at Trinasolar Asia Pacific, also expressed pride in the collaboration: “We are proud to work with industry leaders like AGL to support Australia's sustainable transition for its agribusiness sector. Our state-of-the-art solar modules are designed to drive long-term green energy generation – empowering companies to move confidently towards a more sustainable and energy-independent future.”

The installation at Kerarbury is now complete and has been commissioned, awaiting final network approvals. Once fully operational, it will play a vital role in reducing reliance on grid electricity and supporting the region's decarbonization efforts.

This project is a significant step forward in Australia’s transition to renewable energy, especially for the agricultural sector. By integrating solar power with energy storage, it creates a sustainable, cost-effective solution that will benefit both the farm and the surrounding community for years to come.