The client required a solar PV solution that would navigate shading challenges while maximising energy production and efficiency. Westwood Energy was tasked with designing, installing, and maintaining a system tailored to these specific site conditions.
252.8kW | Lancaster
OVERVIEW
Westwood Energy installed a 252.8kW solar PV system on a poultry unit in Lancashire, designed to mitigate shading impacts from feed bins and mixing rooms. Utilising SolarEdge’s Designer platform, we successfully identified and avoided high-shading areas, ensuring optimal system performance.
KEY FACTS
- 252.8kW Solar PV Roof Mount Installation
- Location: Lancaster, Lancashire
- Sector: Poultry
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THE BRIEF
WHAT WE INSTALLED
640 Modules: Trina Vertex 395W
Inverters: 2 x 100K SolarEdge
Optimizers: 320 x P801 SolarEdge
Mounting System: Van Der Valk
Metering Solution: SolarEdge G100
HOW WE DID IT
Leveraging SolarEdge’s Designer platform, we modelled the installation to avoid areas of high shading, ensuring maximum energy output. The smart design allowed us to mitigate potential energy losses, optimising the system for the unique conditions of the poultry unit.
OUR RESULTS
The installation generates 241MWh annually, with 73% of the energy consumed on-site and 35% of import demand offset. This results in annual savings of approximately £58,400, providing the client with a substantial reduction in energy costs and a strong return on investment.
