Case Study

Truck Loaders, Sommercoates, Derbyshire

The system is expected to generate approximately 96,000kWh of clean electricity each year, significantly reducing the site’s reliance on grid power and helping to lower ongoing energy costs. Based on current electricity prices, the installation is projected to save between £20,000 and £24,000 annually.

With an estimated payback period of just three years, the investment delivers both immediate and long term financial benefits. Over a 25 year lifespan, the system is forecast to generate around £600,000 in electricity savings while preventing approximately 831 tonnes of CO₂ emissions from entering the atmosphere.

By investing in solar, the business has strengthened its energy resilience, reduced operating costs, and taken a significant step towards its sustainability goals.