Commercial solar for Thorneside businesses
We have delivered 60kW to 100kW systems for Aldi, BP, James Hardie and Telstra. Now we bring that experience to Thorneside businesses.
Why Thorneside homes choose RS Energy for commercial solar
Businesses use most of their power during the day, which is exactly when solar produces. That makes commercial solar one of the fastest paybacks in energy, often 3 to 5 years. RS Energy has delivered large-scale installs across Queensland for tier one clients, and we give Thorneside businesses the same standard with a family company's attention.
We start with your interval data or bills, model your load profile, then design a system that maximises self-consumption within Energex connection rules. Since 1 October 2026 the upfront small-scale rebate (STCs) covers commercial systems up to 1MW, where it used to stop at 100kW. For mid-sized systems that can take a meaningful chunk off the upfront cost, and we will show you exactly what your business qualifies for.
The Redlands coast runs from Capalaba and Birkdale through Cleveland and Victoria Point to Redland Bay and the Southern Moreton Bay Islands, with plenty of larger blocks around Mount Cotton and Sheldon. Our commercial solar work in Thorneside also covers neighbouring Ransome, Birkdale and Lota, all within about 3km.
- Being close to the water, Thorneside gets salt-laden sea breezes. We use corrosion-resistant racking, stainless fixings and panels and inverters rated for coastal sites, and we design to the local wind loading.
What you get in Thorneside
Enterprise-level experience with small business service, from 10kW to 1MW.
Load-profile design
Sized from your interval data so you use as much solar as possible on site.
10kW to 1MW
Retail, warehouses, offices, cafes, workshops and farm sheds.
Network approvals
Export limiting, protection and network applications handled end to end.
Minimal disruption
Staged installs and after-hours switchovers so you keep trading.
Thorneside at a glance
- Council
- Redland City Council
- Electricity network
- Energex
- Postcode
- 4158
- Population
- 3,877 (2021 census)
- Area
- 3.2 square kilometres
- State electorate
- Capalaba
- Federal division
- Bowman
- Typical solar output
- 27.7kWh a day from 6.6kW
- Export limit
- 5kW per phase, more on dynamic connections
- Rebates
- Federal STCs and federal battery discount
- Distance
- About 17km from Brisbane CBD in a straight line
Thorneside: a local snapshot
At just 3.2 square kilometres, this is a small bayside spot on Waterloo Bay, with Tingalpa Creek along the west and Mooroondu Point at the creek mouth. Queens Esplanade has a boat ramp, and a canoe club operates beside the creek. William Taylor Memorial Sportsfield caters for soccer, netball, cricket and tennis, and the Cleveland line stops at Thorneside station.
Local background drawn from public sources including Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Commercial solar at a glance in Thorneside
Every commercial system is priced after a site assessment and review of your interval data. Ask about finance that can be cash-flow positive from day one.
- Typical payback
- 3 to 5 years
- System sizes
- 10kW to 1MW
- Upfront STC rebate
- Now up to 1MW
- Finance
- Options available
Recent work
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100kW install, Aldi, Hervey Bay
64kW install, BP Gatton
100kW system, Metal Works, Brisbane
Commercial solar in Thorneside: questions
Still unsure? Talk to us directly. You will speak with the people who do the work.
Call 0449 942 735How quickly does commercial solar pay back?
Businesses that operate during daylight hours typically see payback in 3 to 5 years, because almost all the solar is used on site at your full tariff rather than exported.
What size system does my business need?
It depends on your daytime load. We use your interval data or 12 months of bills to model usage and size the system so very little goes to waste.
Is there a rebate for commercial solar?
Yes. From 1 October 2026 the federal small-scale rebate (STCs) applies to systems up to 1MW, up from the old 100kW limit, with a fixed five-year deeming period. Larger systems can still use the large-scale scheme instead. We include the rebate in your quote.
Who have you installed for?
Projects include a 100kW system for Aldi Hervey Bay, 100kW for James Hardie Cooroy, 64kW for BP Gatton, 60kW for Telstra, 100kW for Metal Works Brisbane and 70kW for Bellissimo Coffee in Coorparoo.
Do you work with landlords and tenants in Thorneside?
Yes. We can structure the proposal so it works for the building owner, the tenant or both, including power purchase style arrangements.
Do you service Thorneside 4158 and nearby suburbs?
Yes. Thorneside is part of our Redlands service area in the Redland City Council area, and we regularly work in Ransome, Birkdale, Lota, Wakerley. Call 0449 942 735 or request a quote online and we will reply within 24 hours.
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