Clean energy, done right.
Renewables expertise applied to complex energy and infrastructure problems.
Development, commercial and strategic support forrenewable energy, infrastructure and energy-intensive projects.
We help developers, investors and other industry stakeholders navigate development, strategic, commercial and delivery challenges that determine whether complex energy and infrastructure projects progress - and ultimately get built.
Independent development and delivery support for complex energy and infrastructure projects
Clarity in complexity...
Complex energy and infrastructure projects rarely fail because of one major issue. They become constrained by the interaction of many issues; planning, grid, land, engineering, commercial, stakeholder and other risks.
Essence Renewables brings senior development, commercial and delivery experience to help clients understand those risks, make better decisions and keep large-scale energy and infrastructure projects moving.
The company is led by Shane Quinnell, who brings 15 years of experience across wind, solar, battery storage and hybrid energy projects, including senior development and commercial roles. His experience extends from the origination and securement of approximately 5GW of projects through to financial close, working with multiple tier-one clients.
Together with a network of trusted specialists, we support developers, investors and industry partners through the project lifecycle — from early-stage opportunity and development strategy through to delivery and financial close.
Our experience also extends to energy-intensive and infrastructure-led development, including data centres and large-load projects, where power, planning, grid access and commercial structuring are critical to successful delivery.
Senior development expertise, applied where it matters most.
Essence works alongside developers, investors and industry participants to solve complex development, commercial and delivery challenges — from early-stage opportunity through to financial close and execution readiness.
1. Project Development & Delivery Management
End-to-end support across project development, from early-stage feasibility through approvals, structuring and delivery readiness. Includes hands-on management support where required.
2. Commercial & Strategic Advisory
Independent advice on project structuring, investment decisions, partnerships and commercial pathways across renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
3. Origination & Growth Strategy
Identification and progression of new project opportunities, including pipeline development, market entry strategies and portfolio growth.
4. Project Transactions, Due Diligence & Investment Support
Commercial and development-side support for project transactions, including project assessment, financial modelling, risk review and technical due diligence input.
5. Land, Stakeholder & Approvals Strategy
Strategy and support across land access, stakeholder engagement, planning pathways and regulatory approvals.
Direct senior expertise, without the layers.
Every engagement is senior-backed, ensuring clients benefit from 15 years of development, commercial and delivery experience.
Need additional project capability?
Whether for short-term support during financial close, covering staff transitions, or longer-term embedded roles such as parental leave coverage or contractor-based delivery, Essence Renewables can integrate seamlessly into your team to provide experienced project capability when, where and for as long as it is needed.
We work as an extension of your project team - providing senior capability where it is needed, without the overhead of a permanent hire.
Experience across the issues that determine project success
Wind. Solar. BESS. Hybrid projects. Grid. Planning. Land. Commercial structuring. Stakeholders. Financial close.
Our experience spans the full development lifecycle, with particular strength in the areas where projects become constrained - navigating competing priorities, resolving development risks and aligning technical, commercial and stakeholder requirements.
We drive projects and focus not just on core areas but the interdependencies between them.
Our Essence
Essence Renewables was created from a simple belief: when done right, projects can deliver strong commercial outcomes while creating lasting value for communities, industry and the environment.
We believe the best projects are built on clear thinking, trusted relationships and practical execution. That's why we work alongside our clients as genuine project partners, combining strategic insight with hands-on delivery support to help turn complex opportunities into successful outcomes.
We believe the strongest projects balance commercial success with positive outcomes for communities and the environment. Our role is to help find practical solutions that create long-term value for everyone involved.
Every successful project is built by people. We value strong relationships, open communication and collaboration, recognising that the best outcomes are achieved when stakeholders work towards a shared goal.
Great projects begin with ambitious ideas, but success comes from consistent execution. We focus on understanding the big picture then applying practical actions that steadily move projects toward the best possible outcomes.
Trusted network of delivery partners
Essence Renewables operates with a trusted network of specialist advisors and delivery partners across land securement, planning, legal, technical and financial disciplines.
This allows us to scale capability as required and bring the right expertise to each stage of a project.
We integrate the right people at the right time — without unnecessary overhead or complexity.
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