Going Solar - Award winning solar energy provider

Going Solar is a company based in Melbourne, Australia that specializes in solar energy solutions. They distribute a variety of products that are environmentally friendly and have won awards for some of their design solutions and installation of solar technology.

The company won the 2007 BCSE award for the north facing solar façade at Ballarat University. It also won the award in 2006 for the Solar Pergola. It is the only company to have received these awards.

The company performs the whole gamut of activities except for the production of the products. It distributes solar energy products that are produced in Europe. These products include stand alone solar energy systems, equipment for renewable energy, solar hot water, and lighting, refrigeration, heating and cooling systems. They also distribute other energy efficient and environmentally friendly products like non-toxic paints.

Being one of the leading innovators in solar energy technology, the firm also provides advisory services. Their services focus on builders and architects and they will help home owners design a more energy efficient home. They will assess the situation; explain the different options, along with recommendations and estimated costs. They also provide information on government rebates, greenhouse gas savings, and water conservation.

With more than twenty-five years in the business, Going Solar has a long list of credentials. They have worked on many projects and developed many efficient solutions using solar energy. These projects have included homes, schools, eco-tourism, universities, offices, greenhouses, etc. The Going Solar website contains a variety of case studies that can be viewed by the reader. There is also a page of resources and links to various other sites and organizations that provide information about various aspects of solar energy.