Lightsource Completes Rooftop Projects At Welsh Ports
Lightsource Renewable Energy has completed rooftop solar installations at two major sea ports in South Wales.
Lightsource designed and installed rooftop systems at Associated British Ports (ABP) sites in Cardiff and Swansea. The 250 kilowatt peak (KWp) systems at each site will save more than 4,260 tonnes of carbon emissions over the lifetime of the two projects.
Nick Boyle, CEO at Lightsource, said: "Running a business is tough and companies across the UK are finding themselves under increasing pressure from high energy bills. We believe that solar energy presents a viable and flexible solution to this issue by turning unused roof space into a source of clean, renewable electricity. By generating their own power, companies can capitalise on cost savings, while enhancing their green credentials."
Matthew Kennerley, ABP Director, South Wales, said: "The installation of rooftop solar systems at our Cardiff and Swansea Ports form part of a wider initiative to cut carbon emissions and develop sustainable energy at all five of our South Wales locations. We believe ports have a significant role to play in the renewable energy sector and are proud to have invested in this valuable project."
While ABP paid for the two systems many firms may not have the capital to fund a solar rooftop installation or choose to use their capital for other business priorities. Lightsource firmly believes that solar power should be accessible to all businesses.
Nick added: "We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to have access to solar energy, which is why we have created an option to design, build, operate and maintain a rooftop system for free."
With a Lightsource rooftop energy tariff, companies can future proof their energy bills and pay a fixed, RPI-linked electricity price starting from just 5p per kilowatt-hour. Crucially, a business is only charged for the electricity used.
Lightsource has installed more than 1GW of solar installations. Its dedicated team of more than 55 in-house roofing experts, part of a 350 strong total staff, have installed hundreds of rooftop solar projects across the country and can demonstrate an established track record in working closely with rural businesses to develop the most suitable and highest performing solar PV solution.
