Powerhouse has delivered renewable energy upgrades to existing diesel power stations in remote communities, including the installation of renewable generation assets, modification of existing infrastructure, and the removal and disposal of outdated equipment. We manage the entire scope – one contractor, end-to-end.

The systems we design and build are hybrid where appropriate, incorporating diesel backup so communities are never left without power during the transition or beyond. But the goal is to reduce reliance on diesel progressively and structurally – not just to add solar panels alongside an unchanged system, but to overhaul how a community generates and manages its energy.

We work within real-world budget constraints. Renewable systems are scalable and can be staged to match available funding, and in most cases the long-term savings on fuel costs mean the return on investment is a matter of when, not if. Modern renewable systems also offer a significant operational advantage – many components can be monitored, updated, and repaired remotely, reducing the frequency and cost of on-site maintenance call outs, which in remote communities represents a substantial ongoing saving.

Because we handle installation, commissioning, and ongoing operations and maintenance (O&M), clients aren't managing multiple contractors or knowledge gaps. The same team that builds the system understands it completely, and is available to maintain and monitor it long after the switch is flipped.

Hybrid System Design
Diesel Backup Integration
End-to-End Delivery
Ongoing O&M