One more UK quarry gets solar panels

Holcim UK has installed solar panels at its quarry in Devon. This step has become one of the parts of the company’s strategy to introduce solar generation at its facilities. But what is the purpose of these actions, and how will they influence the industry in the future?

The main source: Solar power for Plymouth quarry

The history of that decision?

Due to new environmental requirements, as well as the aim to save costs, the company decided to equip another of its facilities with solar panels. In total, 208 solar panels were installed at the Devon quarry. Thanks to them, the annual generation capacity reaches 76,000 kWh of electricity per year, which covers 2% of the company’s demand. In addition, this reduces CO2 emissions by 15.9 tons.

Holcim UK energy manager Joanna Walker said: “Our initial focus is on identifying suitable locations for roof-mounted solar across our UK sites. Moorcroft is a welcome addition to the scheme we have already successfully implemented and helps us continue to roll out renewable energy sources as part of our Net Zero Strategy, helping us on our journey to zero emissions.”

How will the installation of solar panels influence the UK in the future?

This initiative of installing solar panels will bring a lot of positive consequences for the UK construction industry. Firstly, companies will reduce harmful emissions, which will contribute to achieving the Net Zero Target. Secondly, their own generation will help to save costs. And thirdly, the growing demand for solar panels will stimulate the development of this sector, creating more jobs.

Holcim UK energy manager Joanna Walker said: “We have further schemes in the pipeline for the rest of the year, including both rooftop and ground-mounted initiatives.”

Fencyx, as one of the leaders in the UK building industry, positively reacts to this situation. We are glad that the building industry is becoming more eco-friendly and are ready to help with developing this branch.