Uform Completes Large-Scale Rooftop Solar Energy Installation at Manufacturing Facility

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Uform, a leading manufacturer of kitchen and bedroom furniture, has successfully completed a high-performance solar PV system at its 225,000 square foot manufacturing and distribution headquarters in Toomebridge. The system spans 1,130 high-efficiency solar panels, generating around 400,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean energy annually, which will offset 17% of Uform's grid electricity consumption. This substantial project was delivered in partnership with Astatine and Premier Electrical Group, highlighting the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and achieving its energy reduction targets.

Key Takeaways:

  • The rooftop solar system has a capacity of 500 kW and is powered by approximately 1,130 high-efficiency solar panels.
  • The installation is projected to generate around 400,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean energy annually.
  • The output will offset 17% of Uform's annual grid electricity consumption, significantly reducing the company's reliance on traditional energy sources.
  • The installation is expected to cut carbon dioxide emissions by an estimated 130,000 kilograms (kg) each year.
  • Uform anticipates annual electricity cost savings of approximately £87,000 and a payback period of just three to four years.
  • Over a 25-year lifespan, the total projected savings from the solar PV system amount to nearly £2.9 million.

Statistics:

  • The rooftop solar system spans 225,000 square feet.
  • The system has a capacity of 500 kW.
  • The 1,130 high-efficiency solar panels will generate around 400,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean energy annually.
  • The output will offset 17% of Uform's annual grid electricity consumption.
  • The installation is expected to cut carbon dioxide emissions by an estimated 130,000 kilograms (kg) each year.
  • Uform anticipates annual electricity cost savings of approximately £87,000.
  • The payback period of the system is estimated to be just three to four years.
  • The total projected savings from the solar PV system over a 25-year lifespan amount to nearly £2.9 million.

Sources:

  • News article from the Newsletter: "NI manufacturer now closer than ever to GB customers with new UK facility" (no date provided)
  • Uform's website announcement regarding the completion of the solar installation. (no date provided)