KRONOSPAN
(Commercial)
Summary
A commercial rooftop solar PV installation designed to reduce energy costs, improve sustainability, and provide long-term energy stability for Kronospan’s staff accommodation.
Client Background
Kronospan sought to decrease reliance on traditional energy sources by generating clean electricity onsite.
The project focused on lowering operational costs while supporting the company’s environmental commitments and improving resilience against fluctuating energy prices.
The Challenge
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Reduce electricity costs for staff accommodation
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Minimise carbon emissions and environmental impact
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Increase energy independence from the grid
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Protect the business from rising and volatile energy prices
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Deliver a system that could integrate within the existing rooftop man-safe structure
The Smart Energi Solution
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Conducted a comprehensive assessment of energy usage, site conditions, and sustainability goals
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Designed and installed a custom 21.25 kWp Solar PV system
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Utilised available roof space within the man-safe system to maximise generation
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Installed 50 × 425W Trina Solar Vertex S panels
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Integrated SolarEdge 17kW inverter with optimiser technology for enhanced efficiency and safety
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Used Esdec FlatFix mounting system suited to the roof design
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Implemented real-time monitoring to track production, consumption, and system performanc
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Recommended routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure long-term performance
Results & Impact
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Generates approximately 18,000 kWh of electricity annually
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Supplies around 40% of the accommodation block’s yearly energy demand
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Achieves annual savings of £3,024.80
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Delivers 70,000 kg CO₂ reduction over 20 years
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Significantly reduces reliance on grid electricity
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Provides long-term cost stability for a large proportion of building energy use
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Demonstrates a positive return on investment, achieving ~7-year ROI
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Eligible for incentives such as the Smart Export Guarantee, further improving payback
Client Experience
Kronospan now benefits from clear visibility of system performance through live monitoring, allowing the team to track energy generation and savings in real time while operating a more sustainable facility
GALLERY
Looking Ahead
The system provides predictable, low-carbon energy for decades to come, strengthening Kronospan’s sustainability strategy while safeguarding the business against future energy market volatility.
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