CAPABILITY STATEMENT

GEM Energy are a multi-award winning EPC in the Australian

renewable energy sector, specialised in providing high quality turn-

key energy efficiency solutions.

Company Profile

GEM Energy Australia is a multiple award winning renewable energy consultancy. Specializing in photovoltaic engineering, electrical engineering, energy efficiency, financial feasibility analysis and multiple systems integration. Our objective is to provide comprehensive best practice solutions for our customers. By effectively supporting and communicating with all stakeholders together with thorough planning and design we consistently lead the market in delivering premium and innovative turn-key projects. Areas of Proficiency:

Smart energy management systems for remote monitoring stations, pump controls, lighting plants, CCTV stations etc.

Off-grid/remote hybrid energy systems.

Solar PV – Residential, SME, C&I and Utility

Battery storage systems – Residential, SME, C&I and Utility

Commercial LED lighting solutions.

Power Factor Correction.

Energy monitoring and consultancy.

Tri-generation and Co-Generation Energy Systems.

UPS Systems.

GEM Energy Australia is recognised as one of Australia’s leading renewable energy providers. GEM is uncompromising when it comes to quality equipment and

installations, innovative and customised design together with first class project management. Our key strategic finance partnerships with CBA and NAB, provide a

secure and industry leading project finance for our clients.

For more information about us go to:

https://www.facebook.com/GemEnergyAustralia

http://www.gemenergy.com.au

Company Details

GEM Energy Australia PTY LTD

1/41 Lavarack Avenue, Eagle Farm, 4009

15A Glasson Street, Emerald, QLD, 4720

1/11 Coffey Street, Tivendale, NT, 0822

EMAIL: info@gemenergy.com.au

WEBSITE: www.gemenergy.com.au

PHONE: 1300 969 471

FAX: 07 5636 0951

ABN: 25 164 579 382

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LICENSE: 78701

PUBLIC LIABILITY COVER: $20,000,000

PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY: $10,000,000

Expertise

Our high level management team has vast experience in renewable energy

technologies both local and overseas, meaning we are well equipped to

exceed our client’s expectations. With multiple megawatts of solar

installations under our portfolio we have developed the skills and experience

to ensure our turnkey solutions are delivered on time, every time.

Building strong customer focused relationships and solutions backed by our in

house engineering and management team.

Focused on a correctly engineered energy solution delivered for you, in your

time frame.

Capacity

Through a carefully selected contractor network GEM Energy are able to

service a national client base from our various hubs around Australia. Having

used this model successfully for years we have the capacity to service our

clients’ needs efficiently and effectively.

We regularly audit our contractors to ensure our high standards and

expectations are consistently met. Throughout the construction of our large

projects, several site inspections are completed by our Project Managers and

Electrical Engineers.

Award Winning Quality

“Australia’s premier solar awards, in recognition of excellence in the design and installation of an Australian solar project.”

In October 2016 GEM Energy were the recipients of the prestigious Clean Energy Council Awards for both, Grid-connect over 100 kW and Battery back-up

categories. (http://www.solaraccreditation.com.au/events/awards.html)

The Clean Energy Council is an Australian Government Regulatory body and is the peak body for the clean energy industry in Australia. Choosing GEM Energy

guarantees the absolute best possible outcome for your business and solar needs.

From thousands of installations completed nationally GEM Energy were identified as the best providers in terms of quality, workmanship, project documentation

and quality control.

Award winners Dimitar Iliev (left) and Jeff Hoare (right) with Ben Kolle (middle) Award winners Dimitar Iliev (left) and Kurt Elvery (second from left) with Ben Kolle (second from right)

Award Winning Portfolio Snapshot

DOBINSONS SPRINGS and SUSPENSION

System Size: 550 kWP (2,000+ panels)

System Savings: $200,000 + per annum

Return on Investment: Cash flow positive Q1

Top 10 largest rooftop solar installations in

Australia. This is Stage 1 of a 3 Stage initiative

that will see this business that uses over 5,000

kWh per day completely off-grid by 2020.

Multiple furnaces cause massive load

variances. Our solution provides reliable

energy despite usage volatility.

BUNDABERG CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

System Size: 200 kWP

System Savings: $100,000 + per annum

Return on Investment: Cash flow positive Q1

Australia’s first hybrid solar installation of its type.

This system utilizes almost 400 kWh of AVRLA

battery Nano-carbon technology that provides a

minimum design life of 18 years. Nominated for

multiple industry and engineering awards. Grid

usage has been reduced by 89%.

Project Showcase

ENMACH ENGINEERING

System Size: 100 kWP

Inverters: 2x 30kW, 2x 20kW

Includes of a full LED high-bay lighting upgrade.

System Savings: $40,000 + per annum

Return on Investment: 3.5 years (Cash flow positive Q1)

TRINITY COLLEGE

System Size: 100 kWP

Inverters: 2x 30kW, 2x 20kW

De-centralised Solar PV system. Installed to reduce the load on the existing transformer and off-set energy consumption.

System Savings: $30,000 + per annum

Return on Investment: 4.5 years (Cash flow positive Q1)

Project Showcase

ST. PATRICKS SCHOOL

System Size: 80 kWP

Inverters: 3x 30kW

Full LED lighting upgrade to the entire school. Over 70% of energy requirements provided from solar. Tariff reclassification.

System Savings: $40,000 + per annum

Return on Investment: 2.8 years (Cash flow positive Q1)

MARIST COLLEGE

System Size: 100 kWP

Inverters: 2x 30kW, 2x 20kW

De-centralised Solar PV, full LED lighting upgrade. Battery compatible for future expansion.

System Savings: $40,000 + per annum

Return on Investment: 3.2 years (Cash flow positive Q1)

Quality & Ethics

GEM Energy are one of only 40 CEC Approved Solar Retailers in Australia. This

prestigious standard is very difficult to obtain and requires regular and random

audits, high quality control and completely transparent sales documentation and

sales processes.

Approved Solar Retailers:

have been approved by the Clean Energy Council as demonstrating their

commitment to responsible sales and marketing activities, and solar

industry best practice

provide a five-year, whole-of-system warranty

will ensure a Clean Energy Council accredited installer sets up your system

The Approved Solar Retailer program is voluntary and approved by the Australian

Competition and Consumer Commission. The program aims to lift the bar higher

than the minimum requirements set by law and to bring about a better standard

of service within the solar industry.

If you are dealing with a solar provider that is not a CEC Approved Solar Retailer,

then there is no guarantee that the information you are provided is realistic or

accurate. Unfortunately, there are no compliance standards outlined by Australian

government bodies which means there is no accountability for untrustworthy

operators and no quality control over dissemination of information.

Standards and Regulatory Code Compliance

GEM Energy ensure all equipment is installed and all work will be carried out in accordance with relevant Australian statutory requirements (including amendments).

These standards include but are not limited to those listed below. Where a requirement included in the Specification exceeds the applicable standard then the

requirement within the Specification will be adhered to. Standard(s) referred to mean the current Edition / Revision together with Amendments issued.

Applicable Standards

Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth), and any regulations pursuant to that Act

Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT)

Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations (NT)

Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 (Cth)

Building Code of Australia (BCA).

National Standard for Construction Work 2005.

Environment Protection Act.

Environmental Protection Regulation.

Environment Protection Policies for Air, Noise, Water and Waste.

Energex Technical Rules - Network connection.

Clean Energy Council Guidelines

Building Code of Australia

Essential Energy Network Standards

National Electricity Rules (AEMO)

The solar array is designed with consideration to the expected maximum wind-loads for the region. All electrical switchboards and switchgear is designed and

manufactured to Australian Standards. Switchboards are NATA certified and fully type tested.

National Standards

AS/NZS 1020 Control of Undesirable Static Electricity

AS1170.1 Minimum Design Loads on Structures – Dead & Live Loads and Load Combinations

AS/NZS 1170.2 Wind Loads

AS/NZS 1768 Lightening Protection

AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules

AS 3008 Electrical Installation – Selection of Cables

AS/NZS 3012 Electrical Installations – Construction and demolition sites

AS/NZS 5033 Installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic (PV) arrays

Corporate Social Responsibility

Reducing CO2 emissions while lowering operating costs provides a compelling

argument socially and commercially. Investing in solar has never been as sound

an investment in Australia as it is today.

Australia has access some of the best purchase rates for solar panels in

the world.

Already low rates further improved by the CEFC subsidising long term,

fixed rate loans.

Commercial solar power has now matured to the point where expertise,

experience and the economy of scale have greatly reduced installation

rates.

The readily available STC and LGC subsidies again add significant financial

incentive.

Rapidly increasing energy rates are having a significant impact on

profitability.

In most parts of Australia irradiance levels are exceeding 1500Wh per m2

and in parts of Northern Australia it can reach 2000Wh per m2. This

translates to yields up to three times greater than parts of Germany.

Investing in solar power is not sacrificing profitability for social responsibility. In

2016 businesses are making significant improvement to environmental outcomes

while at the same time improving competitiveness and efficiency thanks to

technology of solar power.

GEM Energy Insurance

Extract from the Premium GEM Energy Australia Pty Ltd CHUBB TECHNOLOGY Insurance Policy.

A. Subject to all of the terms and conditions of this insurance, we will pay damages and claimant costs that the insured becomes legally obligated to pay,

including by reason of liability of another person or organisation that you assume in a contract indemnity, for:

1. financial injury caused by an act that is: a. a defect, deficiency, inadequacy or dangerous condition in: i. your product; or ii. your service; or b. a failure: i. of your product to perform; or ii. to perform your service; in accordance with the terms and conditions of a contract or agreement;

GEM Energy are so confident in delivering that we will pay out for failure to deliver results giving you complete piece of mind in your investment.

Operation and Maintenance

Our installation includes a comprehensive operation and maintenance package for the first three years after installation. Typically, this would cost $1500 per year

and includes the following scope of work:

24/7 remote monitoring and diagnostic services from a centralised power plant control centre;

o Monitoring up to string level output to pinpoint location of errors on the power plant

o Advanced monitoring software able to automatically detect errors and problems before they surface

o Quarterly and annual performance reports

Annual detailed system inspection and maintenance;

o Measure string voltage and current at the inverter input

o Health Check and firmware update on inverters

o Inspect cables and switchgear

Client access account for live monitoring of the PV power plant:

Access to live data collected over 10 min intervals; and

Access to archive data.

Replacement and spare parts.

Our Economic Analysis Methodology

GEM Energy Australia (GEM) calculates the estimated energy yields with software that is recognized and trusted within the Australian Solar Industry. SunWiz, the

independent consulting company, has designed and built this software. Warwick Johnston the owner and director of Sunwiz has recently become the director of

the Clean Energy Council due to his exemplary and ongoing contribution to our industry. We can understand the solar production and the associated energy that is

offset from the grid by generating energy consumption profiles that represent the specific site, as well as solar production curves based on the locality, number of

panels and orientation of the panels. Generally, we are able to obtain energy usage in hourly intervals which enables us to understand the profile precisely,

however in this instance such data was not available. In lieu of energy consumption interval data we estimated the consumption profile using typical profiles for

that type of site, i.e. a typical regional aged care facility, and scaling the profile to match the average daily kWh consumption from the bill for that site. The Sunwiz

calculation tool then generates highly accurate and customized assessments. Ultimately, our Economic Analysis reports shall provide a sound understanding of the

financial returns for the energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives proposed.

Our installations and processes comply with all the standards as set out in the AS4777 of the building code as it refers to the installation of solar power within

Australia. GEM’s Engineering team has a wealth of experience extending to the USA and Europe. Dimitar Iliev, our lead electrical engineer, has also completed his

Master’s Degrees in Solar Power, Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency. His hard work and rare skill set make him one of the most qualified and experienced

engineers in the Australian industry.

GEM’s methodology has been rigorously tested by the market and under this scrutiny we continue to exceed the expectations of our customers large and small.

GEM’s innovative multi-faceted approach again continues to expose our competitors lack of holistic understanding of the dynamic energy efficiency and renewable

energy space. GEM’s diligence and passion has given us a reputation for dependable solutions and ultimately happy customers.

Demonstrated results:

In 2016 GEM commissioned the first of its type and largest hybrid solar installation in Australia

Ref: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-03-18/australias-largest-hybrid-solar-installation-bundaberg-school/7259054.

GEM have been selected to lead an Agricultural Solar Powered Irrigation Research and Development project. This is a key ARENA initiative and they have

provided $1.8m of Federal Government funding. The project will run until 2020.

GEM was selected by the Department of Defence to commission Solar Power and Solar Hot Water for all Defence Housing constructed in the NT.

GEM has competed for and won many prestigious clients including BHP Billiton, Toyota, John Holland, Downer EDI, Australia Post and numerous State &

Federal Governments.

GEM are often engaged as consultants to Energy Networks, Multi-National Engineering Firms and Government. We provide assurance in design,

engineering, procurement, project management, installation, commissioning and asset management.