Solar & Renewable Energy
Supporting Australia's Renewable Energy Future
As Australia continues its transition towards renewable energy, improving the efficiency and longevity of solar and energy infrastructure has never been more important.
Insultec is an Australian-developed thermal re-radiating membrane coating that reduces heat absorption by buildings and infrastructure, creating cooler operating environments and improving overall energy efficiency.
By reflecting and re-radiating up to 95% of infrared heat and 85% of ultraviolet radiation to reduce roof surface temperatures, Insultec helps support the performance of solar energy systems while reducing cooling loads within buildings.
Benefits for Solar Installations
- Helps keep roof surfaces cooler beneath solar panels.
- Reduces heat transfer into buildings, lowering air-conditioning demand.
- Supports improved solar panel operating efficiency by reducing heat build-up.
- Extends the service life of roofing materials and solar infrastructure.
- Reduces thermal expansion and contraction of metal roofs.
- Improves occupant comfort in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
- Contributes to lower energy consumption and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
Applications
Commercial Solar Projects
Large commercial and industrial facilities often experience extreme roof temperatures during summer. Applying Insultec beneath solar installations reduces heat build-up within the building while supporting more stable operating conditions for solar systems.
Solar Farms & Renewable Infrastructure
Solar farms, battery storage facilities, control buildings, switch rooms and equipment enclosures can all benefit from reduced heat loading and improved thermal management.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Battery storage systems rely heavily on temperature management. Insultec can assist by reducing heat absorption on containerised battery units, equipment buildings and control facilities, helping reduce cooling requirements.
Supporting ESG and Net Zero Objectives
Insultec assists organisations seeking to:
- Improve building energy efficiency.
- Reduce operational energy consumption.
- Lower cooling costs.
- Extend infrastructure life.
- Improve sustainability performance.
- Support ESG reporting objectives.
- Contribute towards Net Zero emissions targets.