In particular, the system can be constructed to provide:
• A project which has an estimated pay-back period of 5.7 years and which is also expected to be cash flow positive from year 1
• Load shedding technology/battery storage/operational interface controls which allows the microgrid system to provide emergency power on an uninterrupted basis for an extended period during daylight hours (presently undeveloped in commercial operations) should a major external grid failure occur
• Economic benefits from solar energy, even in a location with low temperatures and long periods of cloud cover
• Site integration with Hardwick’s electrical network to allow energy management and energy usage control
• Benefits from integrated grazing management for stock grazing and shading under solar arrays.