2013
Established ClearSky, the most successful community-funded PPA provider in Australia.
Ahead of The Curve
In these early days, we pioneered Power Purchase Agreements (or PPAs), the popularity of which massively accelerated the uptake of solar in the commercial space. In 2013 we helped to incorporate ClearSky Solar Investments (CSSI) a not-for-profit social enterprise linking community investors with quality solar projects.
From that point on, it was blue skies for Smart. We expanded our expertise by recruiting the top talent in the field and doubled down on our data-driven approach, which helped us to secure our first key clients; HammondCare and Bunnings Warehouse.
We also gained industry recognition, winning the Australian Innovation Challenge; being named Tesltra Business Innovation finalist, an Anthill Smart 100 Company and winning the Clean Energy Council design awards in 2019.
Notable Achievements
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2
2019
Delivered the largest behind-the-meter solar project in Australia for McCain Foods.
3
2024
Developed Australia's largest off-grid poultry farm for Agright.
4
2025
Named Australia’s #1 Commercial Battery Storage Installer (SunWiz Awards).
5
2025
Rebranded to Smart Commercial Energy, with the new brand promise 'Energy You Can Trust.'
Learn More About Our Commitment
to Sustainability
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"We are creating sophisticated energy for a clean, abundant future.
Our mission is to empower our customers’ success by delivering intelligent, sustainable energy solutions that enhance efficiency, resilience, and profitability."
Huon Hoogesteger
Founder & MD
Smart Insights
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