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99kW Commercial Solar Installation - O'Brien Electrical & Plumbing Rowville
11 February 2025

At O’Brien Electrical & Plumbing Rowville, energy efficiency is the backbone of what we do making us experts in the field. Last year, we completed a 99kw commercial solar installation for Lynden Aged Care, helping them reach their sustainability goals.
We are continually expanding and diversifying our offerings, we are proudly a one-stop shop, able to cater to a wide range of customer needs. Our expertise spans solar panel installations, LED lighting, heating and cooling solutions, heat pumps and more, each designed to help reduce energy consumption and costs for homes and businesses alike.
A Partnership for a Greener Future: Lynden Aged Care
We had the opportunity to work with Lynden Aged Care, an organisation that has been providing quality residential care since 1981. Serving over 100 residents, Lynden Aged Care was undergoing a major refurbishment and was looking for ways to reduce operating expenses, particularly electricity costs. Sustainability was also a key focus for them, and we were eager to ensure that their facility was as environmentally friendly as possible.
Our commercial solar team designed a 99.75kW solar system to meet their financial and environmental goals. This system, which includes 210 Jinko Solar Tiger Neo panels and a Sungrow SG110CX inverter, is expected to generate over 140,000kWh of energy annually and has an impressive efficiency rate of 87%.
Big Savings and a Big Impact
The benefits of Lynden Aged Care are huge. In the first year alone, they’re expected to see a 21% reduction in energy costs, which will lead to nearly $90,000 in annual savings in the coming years. Their investment in solar energy is set to deliver a 406% return on investment (ROI), proving that going green isn’t just great for the environment—it makes financial sense, too.
The environmental impact is just as significant. Thanks to the new solar system, Lynden Aged Care will avoid burning more than 47,000 kilograms of coal each year. That’s the equivalent of planting over 2,500 trees annually, helping the facility align with its mission of creating a more sustainable future for its residents and the wider community.
Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future
Projects like the commercial solar installation we completed at Lynden Aged Care are a perfect example of how we’re committed to driving positive change through energy efficiency. As more businesses across Victoria look for ways to lower their carbon footprints and reduce operating costs, we aim to lead the charge with innovative, sustainable solutions.
David Newnham, Chair of Lynden Aged Care, had this to say about the facilities’ new solar system: “I am happy to recommend O’Brien Electrical & Plumbing Rowville for the supply and installation of a solar power system. Our system was 99.75kW, and O’Brien handled the quoting and installation process very efficiently, keeping us informed at all stages. They were able to work with our requirements as an operating aged care facility, and the process was quite seamless.”
With our ongoing focus on delivering outstanding results and exceptional customer service, we’re continuously setting a high standard in the industry.
For us, energy efficiency isn’t just about cutting costs—it’s about making a lasting investment in the future of our planet.
