Case Study: Red Fish Restaurant
Solution Type
26.4 kW Solar System
Location
Cannonvale, QLD
SAVings
Red Fish Asian Cuisine
Located in the heart of Cannonvale, Red Fish Restaurant has become a local favourite for its authentic flavours, relaxed atmosphere, and commitment to quality dining experiences. Serving both locals and visitors, Red Fish prides itself on providing great food in a welcoming environment while keeping its operations running efficiently and sustainably.
Like many hospitality businesses, Red Fish faces significant energy demands. From refrigeration and cooking equipment to lighting and air-conditioning, running a busy restaurant requires a constant and reliable energy supply. Unfortunately, this also means energy costs can quickly become one of the largest ongoing expenses for the business.
Rising Energy Costs
Before contacting Green Energy Technologies, Red Fish was facing energy bills of over $2,600 a month — a major financial strain for a small business in the competitive hospitality industry. With energy costs continuing to rise across the state, the restaurant’s owners knew they needed a smarter, long-term solution to cut expenses and free up funds for other areas of the business.
Adding to the complexity was the fact that the restaurant’s roof was tiled. Installing solar on tiled roofs can bring additional challenges compared to standard metal roofs, as tiles can be more fragile and require extra care to avoid breakages during installation. Special mounting equipment and skilled installers are essential to ensure the system is securely attached without damaging the existing roof structure.
Despite these added considerations, Green Energy Technologies was able to design and install a system that not only worked seamlessly with the tiled roof but also maximised solar production for the site.
The goal was clear: reduce energy costs, become more energy independent, and future-proof the restaurant against rising electricity prices — all without disrupting day-to-day operations.
The GET Solution: A Solar Green Loan
To achieve this, Red Fish partnered with Green Energy Technologies to install a 26.4kW solar power system designed to cover a significant portion of the restaurant’s energy needs.
One of the standout aspects of this project was the use of a solar green loan to finance the system. Instead of a large upfront cost, the solar green loan allowed the restaurant to pay off the solar system in manageable monthly repayments.
Here’s how it worked:
The solar system saves $500 per month on energy bills.
The loan repayment costs $500 per month for the first five years.
Once the solar green loan is fully repaid in just five years, the savings jump to over $1,000 per month for the lifetime of the system.
This approach allowed Red Fish to go solar with no upfront investment while achieving immediate energy savings from day one.
The Results
The new solar system has already made a big difference. With energy bills reduced by $500 per month, Red Fish is enjoying the financial benefits of solar power while maintaining consistent, reliable energy for the restaurant’s daily operations.
In just five years, when the solar green loan is fully repaid, the restaurant will save over $12,000 a year, a significant long-term return on investment that will strengthen the business’s bottom line for years to come.
What makes the investment even more valuable is the GET360 Guarantee provided by Green Energy Technologies. This guarantee gives Red Fish peace of mind with:
Ongoing local support for the life of the system
System servicing to ensure optimal performance
24/7 solar monitoring to quickly detect and address any issues
This means Red Fish can focus on running their restaurant while Green Energy Technologies takes care of the solar system’s long-term reliability and efficiency.
And the benefits don’t stop at financial savings. By choosing solar energy, Red Fish is also reducing its environmental impact and contributing to a more sustainable future for Cannonvale and the wider Whitsundays region.
This case study shows how small businesses can take control of their energy costs through smart financing options like solar green loans and renewable energy solutions. With the help of Green Energy Technologies, Red Fish have transformed a major operating expense into an investment that will deliver lasting savings and environmental benefits.
By combining sustainable technology with affordable financing, Red Fish has not only reduced costs but also positioned itself as a forward-thinking, eco-conscious business — all while keeping the focus on serving great food to the Whitsundays community.
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