Uform is proud to announce the completion of a large-scale rooftop solar installation at its 225,000 sq ft manufacturing and distribution facility in Toomebridge, Northern Ireland. Delivered in partnership with Ireland’s leading industrial decarbonisation specialist, Astatine, and PV Solar experts Premier Electrical Group, this milestone project underscores Uform’s ongoing commitment to sustainable manufacturing and environmental responsibility.
The state-of-the-art rooftop solar PV energy system boasts an impressive 500 kW capacity, powered by approximately 1,130 high-performance solar panels. This advanced installation is projected to generate around 400,000 kWh of clean energy annually – reducing Uform’s grid electricity consumption by 17%. In environmental terms, this initiative cuts carbon emissions by an estimated 130,000 kg CO2 each year – the equivalent of the annual carbon offset produced by approximately 9,000 evergreen trees.
From a financial perspective, one of the key advantages of transitioning to renewable solar energy is the projected annual savings of £87,000 in electricity costs, significantly reducing Uform’s manufacturing expenses. With an estimated payback period of 3-4 years, the investment not only supports long-term sustainability goals but also delivers meaningful cost efficiencies that positively impact the bottom line.
Commenting on the new Solar Project, Uform Group CEO Simon Oliphant says, “We’re thrilled to have undertaken this ambitious project, which underscores our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint and is helping us to achieve our energy reduction targets as part of our overall company environmental and sustainability goals. Plus, the total project savings, over an estimated 25 years, runs to nearly £2.9 million, that is a considerable saving for our operations. From start to finish, the Astatine team has made the whole design and installation process seamless, and the results have exceeded our early expectations.”
Tom Marren, CEO of Astatine adds, “Our collaboration with Uform highlights the company’s dedication to forward-thinking energy solutions, reducing the company’s reliance on traditional power sources while reinforcing long-term sustainability goals. The project also shows the incredible benefits and potential of rooftop solar solutions which leverage otherwise unused space for real world energy-reductions and money savings – doing right by the environment while boosting the bottom line”.
Find out more about Uform’s sustainability strategy which includes social responsibility, environmental protection and economic viability.