Independent Australian research & development · Pinnaroo, SA

Science that moves
energy forward.

ItisScientific brings renewable energy, green chemistry, applied materials research and practical engineering together at an independent industrial research site in regional South Australia.

Working toward practical, locally developed technologies for Australia's energy future.

15 kWThree-phase solar generation capacity
42 kWhInstalled battery storage
20+ yearsLong-term renewable-energy vision
Research areas

Interdisciplinary research with practical purpose.

We are exploring technologies at the intersection of energy, chemistry, materials and engineering, with an emphasis on experimental evidence and industrial relevance.

01 / RENEWABLE FUELS

Ethanol & sustainable energy

Investigating ethanol production, feedstock constraints and alternative chemical pathways for renewable fuels. Current work includes fermentation planning and assessment of longer-term non-food feedstocks.

02 / APPLIED CHEMISTRY

Materials science & characterisation

Experimental research in chemical processes and materials behaviour, supported by analytical techniques and laboratory instrumentation.

03 / INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS

Robotics & automation

Investing in robotics, automation and instrumentation to support reproducible research and future industrial applications.

04 / SOLAR SYSTEMS

Renewable-powered laboratory

Integrating on-site solar generation and energy storage with a practical research and development environment.

05 / PROCESS RESEARCH

Chemical conversion pathways

Evaluating the chemical, energy and commercial feasibility of new routes to useful fuels, feedstocks and advanced materials.

06 / COLLABORATION

Industry & research partnerships

Open to enquiries from researchers, engineers, technical suppliers and organisations interested in responsible applied research and pilot-scale feasibility.

Renewable energy programme

From sunlight to useful chemical energy.

Our operating solar and battery installation is a significant step toward powering practical chemical research with locally generated electricity.

The longer-term vision explores whether renewable electricity can support economically realistic fuel and materials pathways, while rigorously evaluating feedstock supply, energy efficiency and environmental performance.

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Research pathway at a glance
SunlightSolar electricityResearch & conversion

Exploring routes to fuels and materials. Individual processes remain subject to scientific verification, engineering assessment and economic feasibility.


Infrastructure milestone

15 kW solar array · 42 kWh battery storage · Three-phase industrial electricity

Laboratory & technical capabilities

Built around instruments, experiments and engineering.

ItisScientific has assembled a range of laboratory and industrial research equipment, including items acquired through earlier institutional equipment transfers and ongoing investment.

Equipment holdings and availability for specific projects should be confirmed before agreeing to analytical services or collaborations.

  • Fume hoods, ovens, furnaces and autoclaves
  • Distillation and chemical-processing apparatus
  • Infrared analysis and chromatography equipment
  • Microscopy, vacuum and air-monitoring equipment
  • Glassware, experimental instrumentation and robotics
  • Solar electricity and battery-supported research site
Our story

Independent innovation from Pinnaroo.

ItisScientific's renewable-energy ambitions have developed over more than two decades. Today, the company is bringing together an industrial site, scientific equipment, solar infrastructure and multidisciplinary experience to investigate technologies that can be tested, measured and assessed for real-world viability.

Get in touch

Let's explore what we can build together.

Looking for a research collaboration, an industry discussion or an introduction to ItisScientific's current work? Send an enquiry outlining your organisation and area of interest.

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Company contact

ItisScientific
Independent research & industrial technology
33 Adelaide Road
Pinnaroo, South Australia

Email
costa.arvanitis@gmail.com

Phone
0434 103 159

ABN
56 612 056 224

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