Grant Opportunities for Windsor Towers
25% ARENA Offsets for Sustainable Upgrades
25% ARENA Offsets for Sustainable Upgrades
Launched September 2025, this program offers up to 25% grants for innovative solar projects like our PV facades and agrisolar escarpment—offsetting $7.5M of $10M solar costs. Eligible under WA self-consumption rules (no grid fees), it aligns with the base Generis model for low-risk execution.
Application Timeline: Open now; align with April 2025 funding milestone. Full eligibility: ARENA guidelines focus on yield-boosting tech (e.g., 10MW total for ~19.3 GWh/year output).
| Component | Gross Cost | Source (2025 Data) | Net After Offsets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Panels (Building + Escarpment) | $10M | ~$1,000/kW installed for ~10MW total | $7.5M (25% grant) |
| Battery Storage | $4.5M | ~$1,200/kWh for ~5MWh | $3.4M (25% grant) |
| Efficient Surplus Utilization (with Cooling) | $2.25M | ~$4,500/rig scaled for 1-2MW (~50-100 units) | $1.8M (20% offsets) |
| Heat Recovery Systems | $0.75M | ~$0.75M for building-scale exchangers | $0.6M (20% offsets) |
| Terraced Gardens | $1.5M | ~$100/sqm for 2,227 sqm | $1.2M (20% offsets) |
| Total | $19M | - | $14.5M |
Total offsets: ~$4.5M, enabling full funding via study surplus ($6M) or partner returns ($20M)—no timeline impact.
Disclaimer: Windsor Sustainable Innovations Pty Ltd is an independent facilitator exploring practical enhancements to support the Windsor Towers redevelopment. All views and proposals are WSI's alone and do not represent or bind Generis, the Building Options Committee (BOC), or Council of Owners (COO). For official updates, contact the BOC.