We are ZEBRE.
Clean energy, always.
ZEBRE is a joint venture between Taiwan Stock Exchange listed HD Renewable Energy (HDRE) and Australia’s ZEN Energy, formed to build new renewable energy assets in Australia.
Starting with the Solar River, 256MW BESS and 210MW solar farm north of Adelaide, ZEBRE has a pipeline of projects that will quickly expand into an additional 1 GW of energy storage and 400MW of solar generation across four states.
ZEBRE’s (pronounced zeb-ri:) name comes from joining ZEN, BESS and HDRE together. Our logos morph to create a representation of a battery and the pattern of a zebra.
A zebra’s stripes provide thermoregulation, where the black absorbs heat in the morning and the white stripes reflect the sun during the peak of the day. Like solar panels absorbing the sun to store in a battery and serve consumers when needed – ZEBRE is focused on delivering clean energy to Australia, when they need it most.
Our Mission and Vision
ZEBRE is committed to accelerating Australia’s transition to renewable energy. We combine ZEN Energy’s local expertise with HDRE’s international capabilities to deliver clean energy solutions that benefit communities across Australia. Our purpose is to develop reliable, sustainable energy projects that power homes and businesses when they need it most. With projects across four states, we’re building the backbone of Australia’s clean energy future.
The ZEBRE Difference
At ZEBRE, we don’t just build energy projects – we create lasting partnerships. Our expertise spans the entire renewable energy lifecycle from initial concept through development, construction, and operation. We bring together the financial strength and technical capabilities of two established energy companies. Our team’s extensive experience in the Australian energy market means we understand the unique challenges of developing successful renewable energy assets.
Our Commitment to Communities
Every ZEBRE project is developed with local communities at its heart. We believe renewable energy projects should create meaningful benefits for the regions where they operate. That’s why we actively engage with landowners, Traditional Custodians, local businesses, and community members throughout our development process. From community benefit funds to local employment opportunities, we ensure our projects deliver lasting positive impacts.
Our Board
ZEBRE is a joint venture of HDRE and ZEN Energy. Team members from both organisations are responsible for delivering our program of work.
Mr Edward Yuan-Yi Hsieh
Ross Garnaut AC
Mr Jason Chou
Our Leaders
Dan Manderson
Pozen Wu
Shelley Bambrook
Maxwell Weppner
“HDRE’s investment in ZEBRE represents the kind of global partnership essential to accelerating the clean energy transition.
Guided by our vision ‘Smarter Energy, Accessible Green’, we’re leveraging innovative smart energy solutions to deliver scalable renewable projects.
For HDRE, ZEBRE marks a significant step toward shaping a sustainable and resilient energy future in Australia and beyond.”
Jason Chou, GM of HDRE and Executive Director of ZEBRE
Long duration battery storage, as well as the significant benefits of deep storage that pumped hydro provides, is the critical ingredient to ensuring a reliable, firmed supply of power as Australia’s transitions away from fossil fuels.
Securing Australia’s place at the head of the rapid world-wide shift to clean energy and realising the economic opportunities of becoming a renewable superpower depend on having global partnerships.
ZEN is excited and thankful that, together with HDRE, we are building our portfolio of renewable energy investments and contributing to our collective safety and prosperity as well.
Anthony Garnaut, CEO of ZEN Energy
Storage is key to Australia’s energy transition. ZEBRE’s focus on delivering BESS projects across the NEM will make a significant contribution towards a reliable low-emissions electricity system.
Dan Manderson, General Manager of Assets, ZEBRE
Our Projects
Solar River Hybrid
Noblevale BESS
