The HFM team has completed two renewable energy projects for the Dunsborough Centrepoint Shopping centre, located 254 kilometres south of Perth in South West of Western Australia. The project outcomes have shown a reduction in electricity consumption, as well as increased the retail amenity and shopper attraction.
Solar carports
HFM was appointed by Dunsborough Centrepoint Shopping Centre for the Project Management and Design Engineering roles for the delivery of a 440-kW solar PV, rooftop and carport system.
Our role has seen us analyse the electricity load profile of the shopping centre and design, specify and size the PV system in careful consideration this and the client’s available budget.
HFM procured the structural design, regulatory approvals and PV supply and install via a D&C approach in a partnership arrangement with a local construction contractor and reputable solar supplier and installer.
Careful selection of the most appropriately experienced and suitably qualified project team members has allowed a seamless transition from concept through design, approvals and construction.
The freestanding custom design / built carport structures project was completed on time and within the $1.1M capex value budget.
The grid power consumption was reduced by 40%, lowering the carbon dioxide emissions of the complex by 511 tonnes per annum.
EV Chargers
HFM successfully secured grant funding, designed, and managed installation of 400kW ultra-fast EV chargers at Dunsborough Centrepoint Shopping Centre.
The existing carport and rooftop solar PV system, provides a clean renewable source to the midday EV charges. The chargers can charge four EVs simultaneously, each with a large display for static and dynamic advertisements. Each CCS2 charging cable is rated at 350kW – an outstanding performance. The chargers can be programmed for variable rates depending on the time of use and are equipped with dynamic load management systems to ensure that the maximum loading is not exceeded. This is essential for safe operation of properties and to manage the sites peak demands.