Torrens Rowing Club aims for sustainable future

Torrens Rowing Club in Adelaide has selected the Redback Technologies Smart Hybrid Solar Inverter System to optimise its energy use, as part of the club’s long-term strategy to operate sustainably in the future.

The Redback System was selected over several other options by Keystones Solar Group, who installed the system after Torrens Rowing Club was awarded a $5000 grant as part of the Adelaide Sustainable City Incentives Scheme. The scheme aims to reduce carbon emissions from the City and conserve energy, water and natural resources.

“The rowing club has been asking me about installing solar for years. We chose Redback’s system because it is upgradeable for future innovations,” said Ross Hendry, partner and consultant, Keystones Solar Group.

“Its features enable the club to optimise self-consumption, it is easy to install, integrates with the battery technology we selected and qualified for the Adelaide incentive scheme.”

City of Adelaide Lord Mayor Martin Haese was instrumental in initiating the scheme last year and is determined to ensure the council continues to be a leader in climate action, especially in the renewable energy space.

“This is all part of our ongoing commitment to make continuous availability of carbon-free renewable energy a reality. The Torrens Rowing Club, Redback Technologies and Keystones Solar Group partnership is contributing to the community reduction of carbon emissions and is a great example of how adoption of emerging technologies in renewable energy can have a big impact,” said Haese.

Mike Haines, general manager of sales and marketing, Redback Technologies, says this installation represents another step in the right direction as more Australian home owners and businesses discover the benefits of renewable energy.

“Torrens Rowing Club can be assured that they have an upgradeable solution, meaning it will remain relevant no matter the innovations that develop down the track. Redback is building the infrastructure for the next-generation grid, investing in an upgradeable solution that places the power in the hands of Australians who generate it and giving them control over how it’s used,” said Haines.

The Torrens Rowing Club has promoted amateur rowing at all levels for over 110 years. The club boasts over 150 members, from beginners through to Olympians.