CD Power Leasing: Unleashing Remote Energy Opportunities for Australia’s Agri-Sector

Location McCoy’s Well, Jumbuck Pastoral

Industry Agriculture – Cattle & Sheep Station

Service CD Power Leasing – Hybrid Solar, Battery, and Generator

70%

Reduction in Diesel Usage

Energy Cost Reduction

12+ Months

Continuous Real-Time Monitoring Data

Overview

Remote agricultural operations often face high diesel dependency, unpredictable costs, and limited access to renewable energy due to capital barriers. CD Power Leasing overcomes these challenges by delivering hybrid microgrids with zero upfront capital, backed by digital monitoring and a performance-based service model.

Challenges

Reducing diesel dependency in remote agriculture
Managing technical risks in harsh environments
Proving return on investment for renewable power

Solution

At McCoy’s Well, CD Power funded, installed, and managed a solar-battery-generator hybrid under its Leasing model. The system reduced diesel usage by 70% annually and cut energy costs by 5%, with smart monitoring enabling continuous optimisation and risk-free performance for the customer

Deployment under CD Power Leasing with no upfront capital
Embedded digital technology for 12+ months of real-time monitoring
Data-driven optimisation to improve performance and reduce downtime
Shared-risk model with CD Power responsible for system performance

Results

The Leasing model enabled Jumbuck Pastoral to achieve measurable fuel and cost savings without upfront capital risk. Sustainability outcomes were improved through reduced emissions, while digital monitoring drove efficiency and resilience. CD Power assumed responsibility for performance, including equipment replacement or upgrades, ensuring long-term reliability and risk-free adoption of renewable power.