Stockland Rockhampton
Large-scale solar above an active retail centre.
Rockhampton, QLD
Large-scale rooftop solar for one of Central Queensland’s major shopping destinations.
System capacity
Large-scale retail solar.
Modules
Astronergy 475 W.
CO₂ reduction
Projected annually.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Turning a major rooftop into an energy asset.
CLIENT
Stockland Rockhampton
COMMISSIONED
December 2024
01 / THE CHALLENGES
Implementing a solar system of this scale on an active retail site presented several key challenges.
Complex roof access
Multiple buildings and tight installation windows required careful planning.
Cable management
The system’s scale called for precise routing and structural integration.
Retail continuity
Tenants, shoppers and services needed to keep operating.
THE SYSTEM AT WORK
From site to useful energy
Site assessment
Converts sunlight into clean electricity.
Tailored design
Upgraded infrastructure moves energy safely across the site.
Delivery and care
On-site generation helps reduce reliance on the grid.
02 / THE SOLUTION
DS Energy designed and installed a 2,673.3 kW solar system featuring 5,628 Astronergy CHSM60N(DG)F-HC-475W panels across Stockland Rockhampton’s expansive rooftops. Special attention was given to cable routing and structural integration, ensuring optimal performance, system safety, and visual cleanliness. Our team worked closely with onsite stakeholders to deliver the installation with minimal impact to tenants, shoppers, or services, ensuring continuity of operations while progressing toward the client’s sustainability goals.
Capacity
2,673.3 kW
Modules
5,628 Astronergy 475 W panels
Site
Stockland Rockhampton rooftops
The team coordinated with on-site stakeholders and planned for future maintenance accessibility.
03 / THE RESULTS
The system is expected to reduce Stockland Rockhampton’s carbon emissions by approximately 2,646 tonnes of CO2 each year , which is a major step forward in their commitment to reducing environmental impact.
Installed capacity
Solar panels
Estimated CO₂ reduction
Lower emissions
The system supports Stockland’s environmental goals.
Less grid reliance
On-site energy supports long-term efficiency.
Operational continuity
Delivery was coordinated around the active centre.
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