Mega Food Case Study – Commercial Solar Installation

Project Overview

Client Name	Mega Food
Location	East Tamaki, NZ
Industry	Food Manufacturing & Distribution
System Installed	203.5 kW Rooftop PV Solar System
Installation Completion	May 2024
Installer	Solar Hub NZ – Commercial Team

Project Background

Mega Food, a major player in the New Zealand food manufacturing industry, committed to lowering its environmental impact while reducing operational costs. As a high-energy consumer with round-the-clock production, Mega Food was seeking a clean energy solution that would align with its sustainability goals without disrupting its critical operations.

The Challenge

Mega Food faced multiple energy-related challenges:

• Rising electricity costs associated with continuous refrigeration and processing.

• Zero tolerance for downtime, demanding a seamless installation and transition process.

• A need for a partner capable of delivering end-to-end solar engineering, compliance, and support.

They required a reliable, scalable solution backed by strong warranties and a proactive customer care team.

The Solar Hub Solution

Solar Hub NZ proposed and installed a 203.5 kW rooftop solar system, fully tailored to the energy profile and infrastructure of the Mega Food site.

System Specs:

• 370 x 550W TW Solar Panels

• 2 x Huawei SUN2000-100KTL-M1 Inverters

• Projected total annual solar generation of over 290,000 kWh

• 100% self-consumption with no export to grid

Why Solar Hub?

• In-house expertise: sales, engineering, installation, and customer care

• Trusted brand with great experience in commercial solar projects across NZ and the Pacific.

• Clean, professional delivery with end-to-end project management.

Outcomes & Results

• 490% ROI projected over the system's lifetime

• 28 tonnes of CO₂ emissions avoided annually

• Carbon reduction equivalent to planting 6,292 trees or avoiding over 3 million km of car travel over the system lifetime

• Estimated payback period of 5 years 6 months

The success of Mega Food's solar transition is a clear example of how smart energy decisions can lead to lasting financial and environmental impact. With zero energy exported to the grid, their system is designed for maximum onsite consumption and efficiency. This project proves that sustainability and savings can go hand in hand.

Ready to Go Solar?

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Email: save@solarhub.co.nz