Ark Energy is an Australian renewable energy company that specialises in the development and operation of utility-scale wind and solar energy generation, battery energy storage systems and renewable hydrogen production.

It is a subsidiary of Korea Zinc Co. Ltd., a global top-tier nonferrous metal company with a long history in Australia through Ark Energy's sister company, Sun Metals Corporation and the Sun Metals zinc refinery in Townsville, North Queensland.

Korea Zinc is an innovator and leader in the energy transition and was the first major refiner to join RE100 with a commitment to powering its global operations from 100% renewable electricity by 2050.

Ark Energy's focus is to support the decarbonisation of Sun Metals, Korea Zinc and other major industrial and commercial customers, as well as contribute to the transition of Australia's national electricity market.

The company's portfolio includes projects in development in New South Wales, Queensland and Tasmania, and operating assets in Queensland and the Northern Territory. Ark Energy is also at the forefront of developing Australia’s renewable hydrogen industry. Its SunHQ Hydrogen Hub, co-located with the refinery in Townsville, is one of the largest fully integrated green hydrogen production and heavy vehicle refuelling facilities in Australia.

Ark Energy is a signatory to the Australian Clean Energy Council's Best Practice Charter for Renewable Energy Projects, which is a voluntary set of commitments to engage respectfully with communities, be sensitive to environmental and cultural values, and make a positive contribution to the regions in which we operate.

Our relationships with both internal and external stakeholders reflect our company values:

Care - We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our people, and put this at the heart of everything we do.

Integrity - We strive to earn and retain trust by demonstrating that we are reliable, accountable, responsible and honest.

Respect - We treat people and the natural environment with courtesy and consideration, to facilitate enduring and mutually rewarding relationships and outcomes.

Courage - We lead with purpose, seize opportunities, innovate and challenge the status quo.

Resilience - We remain flexible and tenacious, ready to persevere and adapt to changing conditions and new challenges.