http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/ © 2012 Solar Media Limited en-gb mtopalov@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Milan Topalov) Mon, 28 May 2012 06:01:43 GMT 120 http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/sheffield_farm_turns_on_to_solar_power?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Greenbuy Energy has taken advantage of a change in law last April that rules that commercial property owners, including farmers, can now have solar panels installed on their land without the need for planning permission. Fri, 25 May 2012 13:22:22 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/harborough_church_applies_for_solar_array?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Plans to install a 10kWp solar array on the roof of Harborough Methodist Church have been submitted to Harborough District Council for approval. Mon, 21 May 2012 11:42:32 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/full_of_beans_uk_coffee_producer_installs_10kw_system_5478?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed A Glasgow-based coffee company is running on more than caffeine after Absolute Solar and Wind installed a 10kW solar system. Fri, 18 May 2012 14:51:58 GMT ehughes@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Emma Hughes) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/met_offices_250_kw_roof_mounted_solar_pv_contract_awarded_to_sungift_solar?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed The Met Office has awarded the contract to design and install a 250kWp solar PV array at its Exeter-based HQ to local installer, Sun Gift solar. Fri, 18 May 2012 12:04:04 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/essex_farm_reaps_rewards_with_solar_grainstore_roof_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed The Abrahams family have been harnessing the power of the sun for three generations to help them grow grain, rape and bean in the countryside of Saffron Walden. Fri, 18 May 2012 10:51:43 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/cornish_church_hopes_to_become_beacon_of_renewable_energy2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed A Cornish church has installed a 7.68kWp system on its roof to help reduce the church’s escalating electricity bills. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:41:45 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/carbon_neutral_cheesemaker_embraces_renewables_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed A traditional Kentish cheesemaker has turned to Dartford-based renewable company, Enevis, to help reduce its impact on the environment by installing a variety of renewable technologies on-site. Wed, 09 May 2012 15:54:29 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/lincolnshire_poultry_farm_upgrades_pv_system2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed A poultry farm in Lincolnshire has had a 140kWp solar array installed to help the farm slash running costs and carbon consumption. The install saw CTS Solar add an additional 580 modules and 8 inverters to an existing 50kWp array. Tue, 08 May 2012 17:25:53 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/plymouth_church_converts_to_clean_energy_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Saint Matthias Evangelical parish church in Plymouth has had a solar PV array installed on its historic roof. The solar system was installed by Exeter-based SunGift Solar and is set to save the church hundreds of pounds a year on electricity bills whilst significantly lowering its carbon footprint. Fri, 04 May 2012 15:12:08 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/soulton_hall_sets_the_standard_for_sustainable_tourism2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Located in the heart of its own 500-acre farm and woodland in Shropshire, the Manor of Soulton boasts an impressive history. Wed, 02 May 2012 16:53:20 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/wigan_family_turn_on_to_solar_to_slash_bills_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed A Wigan-resident has turned to solar power to help insulate his family from spiraling energy costs and teach his children a vital lesson in renewable energy. Wed, 02 May 2012 15:11:42 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/oxfordshire_leisure_centres_receive_solar_boost_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Cherwell Council has installed two large-scale solar arrays to help meet the council’s ambitious sustainable goals. Tue, 01 May 2012 17:06:09 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/bright_sparks_at_wolverhampton_science_park_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed The University of Wolverhampton Science Park has this month completed a landmark solar photovoltaic project aimed at reducing the centre’s carbon emissions and promoting low carbon technologies. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:59:39 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/sailing_club_charts_course_for_energy_iindependence2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Local installer SunGift Solar has completed a multi-roof PV system on a Devon sailing club. The installed arrays will see Exe Sailing Club generate enough energy to provide almost all of its electricity needs and help them take a significant step towards achieving their dream of becoming a self-sustainable business. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:34:27 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/runcton_farm_shop_grows_green_energy?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Runcton Farm Shop in Chichester not only grows its own fruit and vegetables on-site but also produces its own electricity on-site, thanks to a new solar array. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:47:39 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/hemsworth_rufc_completes_conversion_to_solar_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Hemsworth Rugby Club has seen its fair share of changes through the years, from humble beginnings at local pubs to owning their own Clubhouse, playing fields and training areas. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:54:04 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/staffordshire_farm_harnesses_renewables_to_slash_utility_bills?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed A small rural farm located in rural Staffordshire holds the lofty ambition of generating all its own electricity and heating requirements. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:03:35 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/cobridge_primary_care_centre_adopts_solar_technology_2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed Cobridge Primary Care Centre in Stoke has had solar panels installed as part of a £14 million development. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:35:36 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/righteous_renewables_9kw_project_completed_on_grade_ii_listed_church_5478?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed One of the UK’s Grade II listed churches now features a 9kW array after successfully receiving planning permission. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:24:49 GMT ehughes@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Emma Hughes) Case Studies http://www.solarpowerportal.co.uk/case_studies/scilly_isles_harness_the_power_of_the_sun2356?utm_source=rss-feeds&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=case-studies-rss-feed The 366-acre St Agnes Island, which forms part of the Scilly Isles, has seen a record number of solar PV installations fitted over the last five months by Penzance-based solar PV company, Plug into the Sun. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:31:37 GMT pbennett@solarpowerportal.co.uk (Peter Bennett) Case Studies