The world of renewable energy infrastructure is rapidly evolving, with sustained global investment helping to drive innovation across the value chain. Recognising the need to balance rising demand with achieving global net-zero targets, SMEC has developed a range of hybrid energy facilities that integrate a cohesive mix of renewable energy sources, incorporating Hydropower, Solar, Wind, Hydrogen, Thermal and Geothermal. We are adept at repurposing existing fossil fuel infrastructure to resolve challenges associated with energy storage, grid resilience, network transmission and distribution.
A globally connected workforce of specialists, operating out of more than 40 countries
From the early pioneers on the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme, to our leaders and innovators of today, our people make us who we are.
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We align specialist expertise to deliver effective, practical and sustainable outcomes
Through our network of global specialists and by collaborating with local partners, we connect you with the best teams and capabilities to deliver highly innovative and sustainable solutions.
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Energy
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Renewables
Steering the global transition to cleaner, affordable energy security
Our
expertise
SMEC is a global provider of engineering, environmental and construction services, consolidating all aspects of energy and renewables infrastructure from planning to delivery. Our clients draw on an international knowledge pool of planners, renewable energy consultants and technical specialists to deliver bespoke, value engineered outcomes.
Our expertise includes grid connection studies, substation design, policy and sector planning, carbon services, load forecasting models, and long-term generation planning using simulation and dynamic programming techniques. We have delivered stand-alone and grid-tie photovoltaic and solar thermal projects, ‘water to wire’ services on mini and micro-hydro projects, geothermal power plants and generation facilities.
At SMEC, we actively promote the value of community participation in the renewable energy planning process, and regularly manage stakeholder communications and facilitate discussion groups. Our environment and social specialists strengthen alignment to international regulations and the principals of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
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