Commercial solar for Thornlands businesses
We have delivered 60kW to 100kW systems for Aldi, BP, James Hardie and Telstra. Now we bring that experience to Thornlands businesses.
Commercial Solar Thornlands: local, honest, done right
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 Thornlands 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. We look after Thornlands and the surrounding suburbs of Cleveland, Victoria Point and Ormiston, so a free on-site measure in 4164 is easy to book.
- Newer homes in Thornlands usually have clean, unshaded roofs and modern switchboards, which keeps installs quick. Estate covenants rarely restrict solar, but we check before we quote.
What you get in Thornlands
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.
Thornlands at a glance
- Council
- Redland City Council
- Electricity network
- Energex
- Postcode
- 4164
- Population
- 19,263 (2021 census)
- Area
- 21.9 square kilometres
- State electorate
- Oodgeroo
- 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 26km from Brisbane CBD in a straight line
About Thornlands
Covering almost 22 square kilometres, it has suburban streets in the north and larger rural residential blocks in the south, where some farming continues. Schools are a big part of life, from Carmel College and Faith Lutheran College to Bay View State School, opened in 2010. The Redlands rugby league club and Pinklands Netball and Pony Club are based here too.
Local background drawn from public sources including Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Commercial solar at a glance in Thornlands
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
See all projects
100kW install, Aldi, Hervey Bay
64kW install, BP Gatton
100kW system, Metal Works, Brisbane
Commercial solar in Thornlands: 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 Thornlands?
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 Thornlands 4164 and nearby suburbs?
Yes. Thornlands is part of our Redlands service area in the Redland City Council area, and we regularly work in Cleveland, Victoria Point, Ormiston, Alexandra Hills. Call 0449 942 735 or request a quote online and we will reply within 24 hours.
More from RS Energy in Thornlands
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