A large-scale agricultural enterprise in regional Queensland engaged energy specialists at Saturn Engineering Group to assess and improve the efficiency of their irrigation pumping systems. The business operates multiple river harvest pumps to irrigate their cotton and cattle farm, consuming significant electricity annually. The audit identified key opportunities to reduce costs, improve energy efficiency, and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
The energy audit included a detailed evaluation of the two primary irrigation pumps. The findings highlighted both strengths and areas for improvement in their performance: