What GEM Energy does

GEM Energy Australia Pty Ltd, founded in 2013 by CEO Jack Hooper and headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland, is a vertically integrated commercial and residential solar and battery storage provider serving Australian homes, small-to-medium businesses, and large-scale industrial and government clients. The company designs, engineers, procures, constructs, and commissions solar PV systems, commercial battery storage (including Tesla Powerpack), EV charging infrastructure (22kW AC to 350kW DC), LED lighting, and embedded energy networks — supported by in-house RPEQ-certified and Chartered Engineers, electrical teams, project management, and 24/7 remote monitoring asset management.

Revenue is generated through a mix of one-time project-based commercial solar and battery installation contracts, hardware sales of commercial battery storage packages (Starter 20kW/24kWh through Plus 100kW/96kWh tiers), recurring subscription-based asset management and monitoring services, managed services revenue from Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with 1-30 year terms, and embedded network management for multi-tenant properties. GEM trades as RACQ Solar under majority shareholder RACQ (since early 2022), leveraging RACQ's 1.1 million Queensland members for residential and SME referral channels, while operating direct enterprise field sales for large commercial clients and inside sales for SME packages.

The company has delivered over 15,000 solar and battery installations and more than $300 million in completed projects across Australia, with a notable enterprise client base including Coates, UnitingCare, Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton, Australia Post, Cleanaway, Queensland Government, AustChilli Group, and iseek Data Centre. GEM holds Clean Energy Council Approved Retailer status, ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications, and has won multiple CEC Solar Awards and national Top 5/Top 10 commercial installer rankings.

Name

GEM Energy

Legal name

GEM Energy Australia Pty Ltd

Website

https://gemenergy.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

GEM Energy is a Brisbane-based Australian provider of vertically integrated commercial and residential solar, battery storage, EV charging, and embedded network solutions, serving enterprises, SMEs, and homeowners under the GEM Energy and RACQ Solar brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Solar Installation

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Renewable Energy Industrial Facilities Construction (Solar, Wind, Storage) (IMAFADAD), Energy & Renewables Specialty Contracting (Solar PV, Storage, EV Charging) (IMAFALAJ), Renewable Energy Asset Management (Solar/Wind/Hydro/Geothermal) (EUAEAMAB), Asset Management & Owner’s Engineering (Lifecycle Strategy, Budgeting, Technical Due Diligence) (EUAMAGAJ), Energy Systems & Power Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAG)

Keywords

• Commercial solar installation
• Battery storage systems
• Residential solar solutions
• EV charging infrastructure
• Solar asset management

Headquarters

HQ city

Brisbane

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Solar Installation and Project Delivery: GEM Energy designs, engineers, procures, constructs, and commissions commercial solar systems for businesses, governments, and institutions. Revenue is generated on a project-by-project basis through upfront capital purchases or financed structures. The company handles end-to-end delivery including asset management post-installation.
2. Commercial Battery Storage Systems: Sale and installation of commercial battery storage solutions (standalone or paired with solar), ranging from small starter packages (20kW/24kWh) to large-scale industrial systems. Revenue is generated through upfront purchase or financed structures such as PPAs or leasing arrangements.
3. Asset Management and Monitoring Services: Ongoing remote monitoring, preventative maintenance, fault detection, warranty management, and annual inspections for installed commercial energy systems. This generates recurring service revenue from the existing installed base.
4. Finance and PPA Structures: GEM Energy offers flexible payment options including CAPEX purchases, no upfront financing, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Under PPAs, clients pay for electricity generated rather than the system itself, creating a recurring revenue stream from energy sales.
5. Embedded Network Management: GEM Energy develops embedded network solutions for multi-tenant properties, coordinating switchboard replacements, infrastructure upgrades, and solar/battery installation. Property owners benefit from increased revenue and EBIT improvements, while tenants receive reduced energy costs.
6. Commercial EV Charging Infrastructure: Design and installation of commercial EV charging infrastructure (22kW AC through 350kW DC fast chargers), including civil and electrical works, for fleet operators, commercial facilities, and hospitality venues. Revenue generated through project delivery and ongoing maintenance contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

GEM Energy designs, engineers, procures, installs, and commissions commercial and residential solar PV systems, battery storage solutions (including Tesla Powerpack), EV charging infrastructure, and LED lighting across Australia. The company also provides ongoing in-house asset management, remote monitoring, embedded network solutions, and engineering services, with over $300 million in completed projects and 15,000+ installations delivered nationwide.

Product overview

GEM Energy is a leading Australian provider of solar and battery storage solutions operating across residential, commercial, and industrial segments. The company offers a comprehensive product portfolio centered around commercial solar installation, commercial battery storage (available in Starter, Mid-Tier, and Plus packages), commercial EV charging infrastructure, commercial LED lighting, commercial engineering services, embedded networks, and asset management. For residential customers, offerings include solar installation, residential battery storage, residential EV charging, and a Solar Health Check service. The company also facilitates access to government incentives including the Cheaper Home Batteries Program and SME commercial packages. RACQ Solar, the trading name under majority shareholder RACQ, represents the unified brand combining automotive club capabilities with solar expertise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Solar Installation

Quantifiable outcome

• Coates achieved $350,000 in energy savings in FY2025, reduced grid consumption by 1.1 GWh, and avoided 750 tonnes of CO₂ across approximately 35 branches. Battery storage boosted self-sufficiency to ~90% at select sites.
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship / core and core.

• Tesla (Energy)flagship / coreTechnology or IntegrationGEM Energy was among the first in Australia to install a Tesla Powerpack in a commercial setting, and was the first to install a Tesla Powerpack through the Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton. GEM operates advanced Virtual Power Plants using Tesla battery systems that participate in both the wholesale electricity market and FCAS market. This partnership positions GEM as a leader in large-scale commercial battery storage.
• Region GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGEM Energy works with large-format retail centre owners including Region Group on embedded network solutions. GEM develops the energy and financial models, overlays solar and battery solutions to demonstrate EBIT increases, and manages installation and coordination for the property owner's benefit.
• VicinitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGEM Energy works with Vicinity Centres on embedded network solutions for large-format retail properties, delivering solar and battery integration to improve property EBIT and valuations.
• Clean Energy Council (CEC)coreOthersGEM Energy is a CEC Approved Retailer, required for operating in Australia's solar market. This accreditation ensures compliance with industry standards and access to government incentive schemes including Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) and the Cheaper Home Batteries Program.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Solar Choice: Australian solar comparison and installer network operating across residential and commercial segments. Direct peer to GEM in Australian solar installation, with overlapping customer base and similar national footprint.
• Solargain: One of Australia's largest solar and battery installers, offering residential, commercial, and industrial solutions. Directly comparable to GEM as a national Australian solar EPC serving overlapping residential and commercial customer segments with similar product breadth.
• Mondo (formerly Urban Solar): Australian commercial solar, battery, and EV charging provider focused on small-to-medium commercial and industrial clients. Direct peer to GEM in commercial solar EPC and battery storage, with comparable product mix and SME/commercial go-to-market.

Emerging players

• Redback Technologies: Australian battery and inverter manufacturer with focus on residential and small commercial systems. Comparable to GEM on the battery/inverter side of the value chain, though Redback is a component supplier whereas GEM is an EPC/integrator.
• Reposit Power: Australian VPP and battery energy management company operating in the wholesale and FCAS markets. Comparable to GEM's VPP activities using Tesla Powerpack assets, though Reposit is more software/aggregator-focused and operates as a partner/competitor in the VPP value chain.

Broad incumbents

• Tesla Energy: Global energy storage and solar business (Powerpack, Megapack, Solar Roof). Broad incumbent partner/competitor to GEM — Tesla supplies the Powerpack hardware GEM installs and operates in VPPs, while also competing for large-scale commercial battery projects.
• Enphase Energy: Global solar microinverter company with strong Australian distribution. Broad incumbent providing core inverter technology used by GEM and its competitors; relevant as a supplier and as a competitor in battery/energy management systems (IQ Battery).
• Voltalia: Global renewable energy developer and operator with utility-scale solar, wind, and storage. Broad incumbent providing a reference point for vertically integrated renewable EPC and asset management at larger scale than GEM, but pursuing utility-scale rather than commercial rooftop focus.
• SunPower Corporation: Global residential and commercial solar company with Australian operations offering panels, inverters, and integrated systems. Broad incumbent operating in the same Australian solar market, with overlapping residential and commercial customer segments.

Others

• EnergyAustralia: Major Australian electricity retailer and generator with growing commercial solar and battery offerings. Adjacent peer operating in the same Australian energy market with overlapping enterprise customers, but primarily a retailer rather than a solar EPC specialist.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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