The Challenge:

A traditional dairy farm in Colac faced high energy costs due to its milking operations and hot water requirements, resulting in monthly energy bills ranging from $1,800 to $2,000. The farm sought a more sustainable, cost-effective solution to manage its energy consumption and reduce reliance on grid power.

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The Solution:

PHNXX deployed a containerized renewable energy system, featuring a 32.5 kW solar array and a 128 kWh battery, to meet the farm's energy needs. The system was designed to harness solar power during the day and store excess energy for use during peak demand periods. The integration of PHNXX's energy management platform optimized energy usage and provided real-time insights for maximum efficiency.

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The Results:

30-40% Reduction in Energy Bills: Monthly energy costs were reduced by 30-40%, saving the farm between $540 and $800 per month.

Energy Production Exceeded Expectations by 7%: The system generated more energy than predicted, enhancing overall cost savings.

Hot Water Heating Optimization: The system's automated controls reduced energy consumption for hot water heating by 25%.

15 Tons of CO2 Abated: The farm significantly reduced its carbon footprint, abating 15 tons of CO2 during the 3-month deployment.

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