Huon Hoogesteger

Huon Hoogesteger is the Founder, Managing Director, and Chief Executive Officer of Smart Commercial Solar, a company he established in 2012.12 He is a trailblazer in the renewable energy sector with over 15 years of visionary leadership.1 Hoogesteger founded Smart Commercial Solar with a mission to elevate commercial solar standards and revolutionize the energy retail model.1

As a pioneer in Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Hoogesteger accelerated solar adoption in the commercial space, working with brands like Bunnings Warehouse and KFC.1 His expertise spans off-grid, grid-connect, and grid support/backup design, informed by his own unique off-grid lifestyle and long engagement with the sector.1

Under Hoogesteger's leadership, Smart Commercial Solar has grown from a small startup with four employees and less than $500,000 annual revenue to one of Australia's leading commercial solar companies.4 The company has achieved consistent year-on-year growth of 70-100% since its inception, becoming one of the largest solar companies in the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) space.2

Hoogesteger is known for his passion for problem-solving and dedication to making renewable energy accessible for all.3 He has become a leading voice and presence in the industry, transitioning from a gutsy emerging leader to a magnet of commentary.4 His LinkedIn username is huon-hoogesteger.5