Zenith Energy

PROVIDING SUSTAINABLE, RELIABLE, AND COST-EFFECTIVE POWER ACROSS AUSTRALIA

E N E R GY SOLUTIONS FOR OUR TIMES

Enabling net zero, Hamish Moffat, Managing Director of Zenith Energy, speaks to us about the company’s sustainable future Writer: Lauren Kania | Project Manager: Jack Belton

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enith Energy (Zenith) is one of Australia’s leading independent power producers (IPPs), having established its presence by providing remote power generation solutions to major projects since 2006.

With a portfolio spanning throughout Western Australia (WA) and the Northern Territory, Zenith’s mission is to enable customers 2 | APAC Outlook Issue 65

in its chosen markets to achieve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals, including net zero emissions through electrification.

Zenith is leading the energy transition in Australia’s mining sector and grid connected communities, deploying innovative technology with a complete range of renewable energy generation, battery energy

storage, and low-emission thermal technologies to decarbonise power systems at scale both cost-effectively and reliably.

Hamish Moffat, Managing Director of Zenith, has worked in and around the energy sector for over three decades, having joined the company in 2015 and immediately setting the strategy for where the business was

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to head.

“Our core business has grown up on mining and resources, and we’ve provided power solutions to mining and oil and gas houses predominantly throughout Australia and even overseas,” Moffat opens.

“We’ve focused on efficiency and emissions reduction for a number of years, and the decarbonisation

potential has driven what we do,” he continues.

With the mindset of creating a renewable energy future today, Zenith specialises in bespoke, offgrid power generation and grid connected community energy solutions, integrating a complete range of thermal and sustainable energy with innovative technologies

to deliver greener, cost-effective, and reliable hybrid power solutions for its increasingly diverse set of clients.

The company also prides itself on offering a flexible approach, meaning that it is free from traditional energy-type restraints, enabling it to deliver optimum power solutions with proprietary techno-economic modelling.

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APAC OUTLOOK: WHAT EMERGING THEME IN YOUR INDUSTRY ARE YOU MOST INTERESTED IN? HAMISH MOFFAT, MANAGING DIRECTOR: “Environmental, social, and governance (ESG).

We’ve focused on ESG for a number of years, particularly the environment, but now we also have a much greater focus on social and governance.

“A lot of that focus really came either through the COVID-19 pandemic or immediately after.

“We completed, for example, Australia’s first large-scale, nongovernment supported, purely commercial solar-diesel hybrid system long before it was trendy

“ W E P R OV I D E C L I E N TS W I T H T H E HIGHEST LEVEL OF SURETY AROUND DELIVERING PROJECTS AND MEETING THEIR PERFORMANCE CRITERIA AND RELIABILITY O F S U P P LY ” – H A M I S H M O F FAT, M A N A G I N G D I R E C T O R , Z E N I T H E N E R G Y

This modelling allows Zenith to develop innovative, custom-built power solutions that are tailored to a client’s specific location, load profile, site conditions, and decarbonisation objectives.

With an extensive knowledge of and experience in the remote power industry, Zenith is an unparalleled leader in hybrid power solutions with proven delivery, security, and quality of supply.

TAILORED POWER SOLUTIONS Zenith sets itself apart from the competition in myriad ways, one of the most prominent being its 4 | APAC Outlook Issue 65

vertically integrated offer.

“We do everything from design, engineering, procurement, construction, operations, maintenance capabilities, and more. We even have our own in-house legal team,” expands Moffat.

This allows Zenith to streamline and ultimately optimise the services offered to its clients, ensuring that the entirety of a project is constructed and managed with the highest level of care and attention.

Additionally, Zenith offers a build– own–operate (BOO) service model, which allows clients to deploy their capital more effectively within their respective businesses.

and topical.

“We continue to lead in that space and are delivering the majority of Australian off-grid projects that are low-emission.”

Founded in 2011 in Perth, 360 Logistics has developed an enviable reputation in delivering tailor made solutions to the resources and construction sectors.

Together with our global network partners, as well as domestic partners throughout Australia, 360 Logistics provides world-class global logistics, domestic transport, and warehousing / storage solutions for its customers, and develops long-term relationships with our clients and service providers alike to support sustainable business growth. Service and quality are at the heart of what we do at 360 Logistics. Our experienced personnel and bestin-class service providers ensure a dedicated and efficient service.

We take the time to understand our customers’ business requirements and range of products along with any special handling and time limits to become an integral part of their business. When engaging 360 Logistics as a service provider of choice, we strive to deepen our knowledge of our clients’ products and requirements.

We aim to help create a competitive advantage by continuously innovating and improving our processes.

We specialise in the movement of project cargo including break bulk, containerised, general, and heavy haulage. We also offer jacking and skating services Australia wide. This is at the heart of the services we provide for Zenith Energy.

Recent projects completed or in progress include Bellevue, Jundee, Kathleen Valley, Nova, and others. The services provided include, but are not limited to: • Shipping from China, and in Australia: transport and positioning of liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanks to foundation at multiple remote mine siteS • Delivery of large-scale solar farm equipment • The transport and handling of various sized transformers, switch rooms and BESS Units.

---------In addition, 360 Logistics has developed a niche with its mining customers to provide amongst other things: • Project logistics for the construction stage of the project • Consumable and reagent supply from global or domestic locations to site • On-site ore haulage and road maintenance • Mine to market logistics to transport the concentrate or finished product off the mine to any domestic or international location that is required.

360 Logistics has been entrusted by Zenith Energy over the past three years with handling the logistics component of several large and complex project shipments and domestic transport requirements.

For more information, please visit: www.360logistics.com.au; or contact Jeremy Stevens by email at: jeremy.stevens@360logistics.com.au; or by mobile at: 0435 526 519.

These contracts are a cost-effective solution, providing reliable, state-ofthe-art power for the life of a project that Zenith has recently expanded into grid-connected networks and microgrids.

Along with this model, which allows for a plethora of client benefits, the company is leading the deployment of large-scale hybrid islanded projects in Australia.

One such endeavour is the Bellevue Gold project – currently the highest penetration renewable hybrid project in Australia.

“Bellevue Gold – a gold mine – will be a high-penetration wind, solar, battery energy storage, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) solution that will have an 80 percent renewable energy fraction, which is extraordinarily high in the current market,” notes Moffat.

Zenith will finance, build, own, operate, and maintain the cuttingedge 88 megawatt (MW) hybrid power station for an initial term of 6 | APAC Outlook Issue 65

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15 years. The hybrid power solution will allow the project to operate on 100 percent renewable energy and seamlessly switch to an engineoff mode during periods of high renewable energy generation.

Projects such as these highlight the company’s unique services, which differentiate it from the rest of the market, along with its dedication and strides towards a more sustainable future.

ON THE WAY TO NET ZERO With the right balance of ambition and ability, Zenith is working to create sustainable outcomes that deliver value

whilst strengthening the environment and the local communities in which the company operates.

While the Australian federal government has outlined its plan to reach net zero emissions by 2050, Zenith has earmarked 2035 as the year it will achieve this target.

“We are actually the first and only IPP in Australia to issue a net zero objective by 2035, which is well ahead of the rest of the market,” excites Moffat.

“In fact, we had an interim target of 20 percent reduction in our carbon intensity by 2025, and we have

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already achieved that goal based on contracted power purchase agreements (PPAs),” he continues.

As a leading IPP in the mining and resources sector along with grid-connected community energy solutions, Zenith has committed itself and its team to reaching 100 percent renewable power generation, predominantly via bulk solar and wind power.

In addition to this net zero commitment, Zenith is the only IPP working with the Electric Mine Consortium in Australia.

“The consortium is working around the electrification and decarbonisation of mines through innovation and new technology trials with all participants,” expands Moffat.

As part of the transition to renewable energy, Zenith is actively working with like-minded companies and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to develop industry solutions, including increasing renewable penetration

SPARK VALUES SPARK values are key principles that govern Zenith’s strategic direction, business practices, and decision-making.

SAFETY – A commitment to protecting the safety, health, and well-being of Zenith’s team, contractors, customers, and the environment.

PERFORMANCE – Dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable solutions with real benefits to customers and shareholders.

ACCOUNTABILITY – Valuing the ability of Zenith’s people and its organisation to work diligently and honour its commitments and responsibilities.

RELIABILITY – Inspiring confidence in Zenith’s business model and products, and further enhancing its reputation in the market.

KNOWLEDGE – Continuous technical development and innovation of the company’s products, services, and its team.

among legacy clients, and participating in collective groups such as the Electric Mine Consortium.

The culmination of these achievements was recognised this

year with Zenith scooping two titles at the 2023 Asian Power Awards – one for ESG Programme of the Year – Australia, and a second for IPP of the Year – Australia.

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“We’re not just your typical corporation where it’s all about the bottom line; it’s about how we get there in a responsible and sustainable manner,” asserts Moffat.

A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Zenith doesn’t take its reputation as one of Australia’s leading power producers lightly.

The company is acutely aware of the need to continue to learn and grow, not only in its methods of power generation but also in its engagement with local communities.

An important undertaking for Zenith is Traditional Owner engagement. Within the broader diversity and inclusion framework of the company, it has various

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programmes for Indigenous engagement, having participated in a number of firsts in this area.

“We did the first IPP First Nations engagement agreement in the country, and now we have established a joint venture (JV) majority owned by the Traditional Owners – a milestone in Australia,” insights Moffat.

Along with this endeavour to acknowledge and support the

traditional custodians of the land, Zenith also has measures in place to support a more diverse workplace.

This includes implementing the company’s Reconciliation Action Plan and providing culturally appropriate support and cross-cultural awareness, ultimately supporting employees in observing cultural events even in remote, on-site locations.

With the intent to make a difference

in the lives of employees and the communities in which they live and work, a key part of Zenith’s mission is the development of open and rewarding relationships, placing an emphasis on honesty and respect.

“Our people are our most important asset. I know it’s a bit of a cliché, but as a resources-based offer, it’s all about our capability and competency,” notes Moffat.

No organisation is a single person, and Zenith is acutely aware that the development of a strong, positive, and inclusive workplace is vital if the company, and the wider mining and resources industry, are to continue to grow both culturally and economically.

With the renewable energy sector being such a dynamic and engaging place to be in with seemingly neverending developments and advances, Zenith is paving the way for the future of the mining and resources industry in a manner that is sustainable, economic, and reliable.

“We’re all about growth, whether it’s organic, inorganic, geographic, or segmental,” concludes Moffat.

Having grown to become one of

Australia’s leading IPPs, Zenith is tirelessly looking for ways to progress and ensure that it can continue the delivery of tailored, sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective power solutions for years to come.

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