Solpod’s mission is to enable Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) businesses to deliver their projects on-time and on-budget; accelerating the world’s transition to a sustainable, clean energy future.
Our mission
Our story
Solpod was founded in Melbourne in 2017 by a team of solar executives who were aware that many businesses were excluded from acquiring solar. Whether businesses buy or lease a solar system, they typically need to commit 10-plus years to achieve savings.
Solpod aims at serving rooftop solar in a way that works for businesses and makes it easier to adopt.
With extensive experience in solar, finance and infrastructure, the Solpod team sought to find a new approach to help more businesses benefit from solar. The Solpod team developed an innovative solar design of prefabricated pods (10 solar panels to a pod), which are craned and positioned onsite.
Solpod’s unique solar design and solution means that not only are our solar panels efficient to install, they are relocatable and do not penetrate roofs or void roof warranties.
Solpod means your business can now rent solar panels over a short time frame and have the flexibility to end the rental when circumstances change.
More commercial premises can now reduce their electricity costs and benefit from accessing renewable energy. Solpod can help your business reduce carbon emissions, helping to meet your ESG (environmental, social and corporate governance) objectives.
Our Australian made product has been extensively tried and tested. We have received the support of the Australian Government through an ARENA (Australian Renewable Energy Agency) grant. We received Most Innovative Solar Solution 2019 at the Solar Cutters Award.
We have a passion for working towards a sustainable future through maximising the capability of solar. We are proud of the product we have created and hope that your company may consider Solpod if previously solar was out of reach.
Our solution
Solpod’s unique patent protected solution focuses on:
- Faster installation. Solar PV ‘pods’ that are pre-assembled in our factory, containerised for delivery to site, then lifted to position using a crane.
- Lower cost. Pre-assembled ‘pods’ are installed at scale using a smaller team of people who need less time on-site.
- Lower risk. Solar PV ‘pods’ present a streamlined profile to the wind, reducing the forces that need to be withstood. In addition, Solpod’s ground anchors can be re-positioned to avoid rock, or replaced with a ballast block.
With this combination of attributes, EPC engineers can deliver their projects on-time and on-budget.
Our people
James Larratt – Founder & CEO
Former infrastructure investment banker, utility solar developer, and solar business advisor.
James Walker – Founder & COO
Founder of Energy Matters (large solar installer and distributor) and developer of SunLock rooftop mounting solution.
Nick Brass – Sales & Strategic Partnerships
Founder of Energy Matters and leader in commercial & industrial solar.
Rahul Rao – Senior Manager
Contact Rahul today on +61 439 605 765 or rahul@solpod.com.au to discuss your next solar project.
Jeremy Lawrence – Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer (RPEng) with 10+ years experience in solar PV racking design. Developed the SunLock solar PV framing system at Energy Matters.
Tod Mackay – Wholesale Sales
Sales and technical support for wholesale customers.