Tindo Solar – sustainable solar solutions
A rich history of innovation and quality
Tindo is an Australian solar pioneer crafting top-tier solar panels designed to withstand the diverse and challenging conditions of the Australian climate.
Founded in 2011 by Adrian Ferraretto, Richard Inwood, and Ben Kerry, Tindo was established with a dream to create a high-quality solar solution that would contribute to the preservation of Australian manufacturing and play a pivotal role in fostering a sustainable future.
Our founders’ enduring vision remains the driving force at the heart of Tindo, pushing us forward with passion and determination.
Their dream continues to inspire our people to constantly innovate and seek better outcomes, creating something exceptional every day.
In 2017, Tindo changed ownership, with Glenn Morelli taking the helm. Under his guidance, Tindo has expanded its manufacturing capabilities through a purpose-built facility, pushing the boundaries of solar panel production in Australia, prioritising quality and performance.
Distinguishing ourselves from other panel manufacturers is essential to Tindo’s ethos. Whether it’s our carefully selected manufacturing inputs, a stringent zero-defect policy, or our commitment to environmentally responsible solar, we endeavour to set ourselves apart.
In our brief yet impactful history, Tindo has emerged as a formidable player in the Australian PV module market. Our Mawson Lakes operations have witnessed significant growth and expansion, reflecting our commitment to delivering panels of unparalleled quality with each new model. Today, we directly employ around 70 dedicated individuals in roles from Engineering, Quality Assurance, Sales, Service, Installations, Administration and Management, and each of us is proud to work in a company that is striving for excellence and making a positive difference.
Celebrating Culture and Country
Tindo’s founders envisioned their new, Australian-owned solar company to forever be tied to its birthplace, the Adelaide Plains in a uniquely creative manner.
Through collaboration with the Kaurna people, the traditional custodians of the Adelaide Plains area, our Founders discovered and received permission to adopt the word ‘Tindo’ which translates to mean sun in the Kaurna Warra language.
Today we proudly maintain the approval from the Kaurna people for the use of the word Tindo, acknowledging the spelling has evolved in tandem with the rediscovery of their warra (language).
Our Management Team upholds a strong commitment to recognising and deepening their understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
At Tindo we aim to establish a legacy of respect and collaboration with all First Nations Peoples. Our initiatives in this regard include:
- Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP):
Demonstrating our dedication to reconciliation, we are actively collaborating with Reconciliation Australia through the Reconciliation Action Plan Program. View our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan here - Visual Acknowledgement
Our branding proudly incorporates a visual acknowledgment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. The design of our logo, a significant representation of our identity, has been crafted by First Nations Graphic Designer and Artist, Pat Caruso. - Support for First Nations-Owned Businesses
We actively contribute to the growth of First Nations-owned businesses and charitable organisations through our procurement practices and philanthropic giving beyond just our business operations. - Embedding Reconciliation Artwork
We proudly embed our Reconciliation Artwork in various forms, serving as a tangible expression of our commitment to reconciliation. These artistic elements convey the reconciliation message to everyone who enters our space, fostering awareness and understanding.
A bright future in a better world
At our core, Tindo operates as a company of global citizens deeply committed to forging a better future each day.
We understand the significance of our role in the world and actively pursue a range of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, propelling us towards a more sustainable and enlightened future. Our focused efforts encompass:
Environmental initiatives
- Energy Usage and Efficiency
Constantly enhancing our own energy consumption and efficiency to minimise our environmental footprint. Uniquely we use renewable energy to create our panels. - Climate Change Strategy
Implementing strategic measures to address and mitigate the impact of climate change in our environment. - Waste Reduction
Proactively working to reduce waste through responsible practices and sustainable solutions. - Carbon Footprint Reduction
Undertaking initiatives to lower our carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier planet. - Zero Defect Manufacturing
Enforcing a commitment to zero-defect manufacturing, ensuring our processes align with the highest quality and sustainability standards.
Governance initiatives
- Corporate Governance
Establishing robust governance structures to ensure ethical and responsible decision-making. - Risk Management
Implementing effective risk management strategies to safeguard the interests of our stakeholders. - Compliance
Adhering to all relevant regulations and standards to uphold legal and ethical integrity. - Ethical Business Practices
Conducting business with the highest ethical standards, fostering trust among our stakeholders. - Creating Integrity and Transparency
Emphasising integrity and transparency in all our dealings, ensuring accountability and trustworthiness.
The Tindo Spirit
Our vision is to create an empowering future for all through our innovative renewable energy products and services.
At Tindo we empower our customers to harness the potential of the sun by building high performing and sustainable solar products and energy solutions. To realise this mission, we have carefully crafted a robust vision for our company, reinforced by of collaborative values framework that guides every decision we make and every relationship we build. Built on three core pillars, the Tindo Spirit represents our commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do.
Energised by Performance
– Delivering impactful solutions and results
- We take accountability and focus on what matters to people & planet.
- We elevate standards through the pursuit of innovative ways to shape our markets and bring value to our customers.
- We are driven by making a quality impact on accelerating the energy transition for all.
Energised by Precision
– Elevating standards and making quality the norm.
- We habitually learn and surpass the success of the past.
- We learn from each other and our environment.
- We take calculated risks for innovation.
Energised by People
– ONE team making a difference together for our customers.
- We believe that “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
- We respect, trust and appreciate the contributions of all welcoming all input as the foundation of collaboration.
- We celebrate diversity & equity creating a safe environment where everyone is treated equally and individuality is celebrated.
Social initiatives
Upholding fair pay and advocating for living wages to promote economic well-being.
Ensuring equal opportunities for all, fostering diversity and inclusion in our workforce.
Offering broad benefits that enhance the well-being of our employees.
Prioritising the health and safety of our employees within our workplace.
Actively engaging with communities to understand their needs and contribute positively.
Forging partnerships that prioritise responsibility and sustainability across our supply chain.
Complying rigorously with labour laws to ensure fair and ethical treatment of our workforce.