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The Experts in Renewable Energy and Sustainable BuildingEco WattABN 12 632 845 594PO BOX 768Dulwich Hill NSW 2203T 1300 882 178E info@ecowattenergy.com.auW ecowattenergy.com.auThe supply of abundant energy that is environmentally sustainable, renewable, and of high quality that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure a sustainable future is available now.However it is important to be aware of all issues that affect the sustainability of a commercial environment including; existing infrastructure, available technologies and the commitment and the well being of the occupants. Integrated RenewableEnergy SolutionsEco Watt is an Australian company providing ‘best in class’ sustainable building and renewable energy system solutions to diverse sectors of Australian Commerce and Industry. We offer a full and complete suite of consultancy services for green energy management solutions, from project inception and implementation of star rating through to installation and completion. We also provide project management for green star refurbishment and lighting evaluations for lighting sufficiency certificates. We are committed to achieving quality service excellence by providing fully coordinated and managed solutions, and by meeting cost budgetary and program timeframe requirements on every project.Our service recognises the importance of coordinating the 3 key components needed to achieve an integrated solution – Renewable Energy, Sustainable Building and Change Management.Our experience and expertise will deliver a green energy solution that will minimise the risk to your bottom line and will help you gain a competitive advantage as we move to a low carbon economy. Renewable EnergyThrough our partners we can deploy the most appropriate renewable energy technology.Sustainable BuildingWe help our client to realise the benefits of incorporating sustainability into their businesses.Change ManagementWe provide the advice and the means for our clients to implement an effective change management strategy.We look to actively encourage all businesses and industry sectors to embrace fully sustainable Green Energy technologies – across Australia and Internationally.We believe that all projects, however small or large and whether new or existing, should aspire to:• Commit to carbon reduction• Combat rising energy prices• Meet corporate environmental responsibilities• Meet landlord/tenants demands• Take advantage of government incentives.Creating value through Innovation & ServiceWe believe that to create the most appropriate and advanced renewable energy strategy for our clients we need to be independent of any particular green energy technology source or suppliers. To achieve this we have sourced a wide range of like-minded alliance business partners so that we can utilise the very best technologies, suppliers and experts.From this we create value through innovation, and being solutions driven, by providing a world-class personal and dedicated service that instills loyalty and trust in our clients.Eco Watt looks beyond just energy efficiency of an installation. Whilst it is the core to our solutions we are aware of the need to meet other demands that include:• Indoor environmental quality and occupant comfort• Material management and resources• Life cycle assessment and sustainability.This is why we look to provide an integrated solution that recognises the importance of utilising renewable energy, achieving sustainability and implementing change management.To achieve this we offer a full and complete suite of consultancy services from project inception through to completion, which is tailored to each project and includes:• Strategic advisory• Options appraisal and research projects• Value analysis and life cycle costing• Concept design• Detailed technical and design development• Licensed accreditation assessments• Planning and government incentives initiatives• Supply chain management• Project installation and commissioning• Post-contract support and maintenance • Tenancy Lighting Assessment• NABERS Energy rating Assessment.Eco Watt believe that to create the most appropriate and advanced renewable energy strategy for our clients we need to be independent of any particular energy technology source or supplier. This is achieved through the Eco Watt Professional Alliance Network (EPAN). The EPAN is a select group of accredited Australian and International renewable energy consultants, engineers, manufacturers and installers who have partnered with us so that we can satisfy the exact needs of an individual project.A truly independentProfessional NetworkThey cover all the essential elements required to provide the highest level of advice, expertise and implementation needed to create a truly world class renewable energy system solution for our clients. The Eco Watt team would comprise of the following accredited members to ensure a comprehensive and integrated solution:• Interior Designers• Facades Designers• Building Designers• Electrical Engineers• Mechanical Engineers• Civil Engineers• System Design and Installation EngineersFrom the EPAN Eco Watt will appoint and project manage a specially selected team, appropriate to the individual project. All project are managed and coordinated by an Eco Watt Project Manager using proven processes and procedures. With a dedicated Eco Watt post installation service team available 24/7.Our Project Managers will work with you to develop a customised green energy management solution based on a system built specifically for your requirements and that ensures you get the biggest savings and benefits available. They will also ensure that buildings meet National Energy Star Rating requirements.This integrated approach to providing a sustainability strategy will ensure that you achieve the long-term benefits and opportunities associated with moving to a low carbon business.Our complete Project Management Service includes:• Feasibility studies and tender preparation.• Site investigations• Town planning, building design and documentation,• Structural design and certification including wind loadings and design life assessments etc.• Electrical and mechanical design• System configuration and design• Installation and project management• Maintenance and performance monitoring for the life of the product.Renewable energy uses natural resources, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, and geothermal heat and are maintained or replaced by nature. Renewable energy technologies use these natural resources to create energy.OUR SERVICES // Renewable EnergyEco Watt can provide you with advice and support in the selection and implementation of a renewable energy strategy – from an initial feasibility study, risk assessment, planning advice through to implementation and commissioning. We recognise that the use of renewable energy is an essential element in any Green Energy strategy as it provides tangible benefits to the business as well as contributing to the reduction of greenhouse emissions.The selection of the most appropriate renewable energy is primarily based not on which is preferred but on which is the best available for the location of your business and also which is most economically feasible.We would look to undertake a feasibility study of your current energy usage to establish potential savings and then to integrate renewable energy options to create a combined sustainable energy strategy.As we are truly independent from any manufacturer we are able to provide you with ‘best advice’ on the most appropriate technology and products.From our wide range of suppliers our Project Managers will work with you to develop a customised renewable energy solution and will build a system designed specifically for your needs, maximising the cost benefit ratio for you. These solutions could include a combination of the following:• HVAC Controls and Building Automation Systems• Long Life Lighting Systems• Solar Electric Generator • Tubular Lighting Systems • Modular Tidal Energy Systems• Interior Architectural Lighting Systems• Multicrystalline Silicon Wafers, Solar Cells, and Solar Modules • Tidal Current Energy • Charging Stations and Utilities, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations• Energy Maximiser Systems.Sustainability is about making sure that our actions today do not impact on the options and standard of living for the future. When a process is sustainable, it can be carried out over and over without negative environmental, social and economical effects.Having a sustainable environment is not just fundamental for the continuation of life on Earth but also for businesses looking for profi table growth in the future.The process of achieving a sustainable building is based on creating an ‘Integrated Combined Cycle Power Plant’, which recognises the importance of combining renewable energy and traditional energy suffi ciency.OUR SERVICES // Sustainable BuildingThis combination will lead to lower environmental impact and long-term sustainability. The fi rst move must be towards energy effi ciency. Once this is accomplished then renewable energy schemes implementation is a must. A cost benefi t analysis will defi nitely show that this step-by-step approach is the most benefi cial. Life Cycle Assessment & SustainabilityOur approach is to provide solutions that enhance sustainable building practices and future-proof a building by using modular product designs, providing an upgrade path as technology evolves. The modular nature of our designs facilitates the ? exibility required for changes in occupant demands and in the use of a building. Our accredited interior designers can identify this need and the upgrade requirements to ensure there is a sustainable and an economic benefi t.Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) & Occupant ComfortWe offer control solutions that increase individual occupant comfort and promotes a productive working environment. This solution puts control back into the hands of the occupants, enabling desktop management of a worker’s direct environment.Materials, Management & ResourcesWe carefully monitor our own carbon footprint and continually assess and improve on our procurement and delivery processes, both upstream and downstream.Eco Watt believes that sustainable design is inherent in all designs and we offer the following design and modeling services:• NABERS assessments• Green Star consultancy services• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and (NABERS) consultancy services• Daylight assessments• Air Change Effectiveness studies of internal environment• Thermal comfort assessments of indoor environments• Natural ventilation studies using Computation Fluid Dynamics software• Site analysis wind studies using Computation Fluid Dynamics software• Sustainable design consultancy advice• Life Cycle assessments• Facades and Interior Design• Roof Modules• Product Specifi cation Design.To achieve true sustainability and real bottom line benefi ts an organisation must commit to a change in attitudes and practices both corporately and within each individual employee.There are 2 key steps in this process:1. Create the motivation to change so that employees want to adopt sustainable practices2. Enable change by making it easy for employees to adopt sustainable practices OUR SERVICES // Change ManagementThese can be implemented through a program of Change Management and Eco Watt is able to provide specifi c advice and support in the development of this program.We can provide the necessary project planning and management of the program by clarifying the goals, objectives, roles and responsibilities of participants and stakeholders.Eco Watt can help specifi cally to:• Ensure the right direction• Identify issues to be addressed• Consider is the project achievable• Ensure the best use of resources• Motivate people• Clarify goals and objectives• Clarify stakeholders• Allocate roles and responsibilities• Choose between options• Obtain funds and resources.Taking these issues into account will enable you to: • Manage the environmental impacts from your operations• Manage the environmental impacts from your supply chain• Manage the environmental impacts associated with your investments.As a leading consultancy within renewable energy, sustainable building and change management we have access to a wide range of industry information and general news and views on green energy issues.To access this information, simply visit our website atwww.ecowattenergy.com.auRESOURCE CENTREAccreditationsMaintenance of systemsIt is the responsibility of all accredited installers to advise the owner of a system if it does not comply with the current standards. This could be as a result of weathering, damage or an upgrading of the standards themselves.It should be noted that with the advent of AS/NZS5033 there has been a strengthening of the standards applicable to PV array installations. Similarly AS4777, for the standards on grid-connection of energy systems via inverters. AS4509 is also currently being revised so stay tuned for news on the changes to it.Manufacturing and importing standardsSince the advent of the new rebate schemes, the Clean Energy Council has received many enquiries from importers wishing to bring components and entire PV systems into the country.There are several requirements to be met:1. The Australian Standard for Photovoltaic Installations (AS/NZS5033)Currently this standard states that grid-connected PV modules shall comply with IEC61730 Class A and either IEC61215 or IEC61646.Non-grid-connected systems less than 50 Voc and less than 240 W shall comply with either IEC61215 or IEC61646 AND should comply with IEC61730 Class C. egg. stand-alone systems, park lights, water pumping, etc.2. The Australian Standard for grid-connected inverters (AS4777)Grid-connected inverters must comply with AS4777, AS3100 or IEC equivalent and have a current Certificate of Suitability from a state regulator.3. CEC AccreditationRebates and RECs will only be paid when the systems are designed and installed by CEC accredited personnel. The installation reports must be physically signed off by the installer at the installation site after the system has been commissioned. 4. Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)Certificates can be applied for up to 12 months after the date of installation.Clean Energy Council (CEC) Accreditation is a mandatory requirement for all electrical contractors installing sustainable green energy solutions including Photovoltaics (PV) and Solar Water Heaters.Standards include:• AS/NZS 3000 Electrical Wiring Rules• AS 1768 Lightning Protection• AS/NZS 1170.2 Wind Loads• AS4777 Grid Connections of Energy Systems via InvertersAustralian Solar Energy Societ yContact an Eco Watt renewable energy consultant today to discuss your specific requirements or for more information. Simply go online to www.ecowattenergy.com.au, email info@ecowattenergy.com.au or call us today on 1300 882 078.CONTACT USEco WattABN 12 632 845 594PO BOX 768Dulwich Hill NSW 2203Eco Watt is the trading name of Hometogo Pty Ltd ABN 62 150 015 624.T 1300 882 178E info@ecowattenergy.com.auW ecowattenergy.com.au