Since 1973, brothers Joe and Alf have run Sparacino Farms, a thriving avocado and citrus operation tucked away in the lush hinterland of the Central Coast. Over more than half a century on the land, the Sparacinos have become increasingly committed to sustainable agricultural practices that support the long-term ecological health of the region.
In early 2024, this commitment led them to explore rooftop solar, with the goal of reducing their carbon emissions.
To bring this vision to life, the Sparacinos partnered with Cyanergy, a longtime Smart Ease Channel Partner and one of Australia’s leaders in commercial solar projects. After a thorough site assessment, the Cyanergy team proposed two solar systems to maximise the use of the farm’s two rooftops. They also recommended a 19.2kWh battery to enhance solar self-consumption and maximise energy bill savings.
The resulting 127.5kW solar and storage system is expected to generate 165.87MWh of clean energy annually, cutting Sparacino Farms’ energy bills by an impressive 75%.

Project snapshot
Industry: Agriculture
Channel Partner: Cyanergy
Equipment:
System 1 (27.72kW):
- 63 x JA Solar 440W panels
- 2 x Sungrow 3Phase 10KW inverter
- 1 x Sungrow 19.2KWh Battery
System 2 (99.76kW):
- 172 x Longi 580W panels
- 1 x Sungrow 3Phase 30kw inverter
- 1 x Sungrow 3Phase 50kw inverter
Payment Plan term: 5 years
To make the installation financially viable, Cyanergy suggested a $0 upfront Smart Ease Payment Plan. This allowed the Sparacinos to preserve their capital and fund the project over time via the energy savings generated by the system itself.
Installed in May 2024, the system has already delivered average monthly savings of $3,000. As projected, this more than covers the monthly Payment Plan instalments, making the project cash-flow positive from day one. It’s a savvy, long-term investment that supports Sparacino Farms’ clean energy goals.
Wins all around!
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