Case Studies

Real businesses achieving impressive results with combined solar and EV charging solutions

Thames Valley Logistics

Fleet OperationsReading, Berkshire

The Challenge

High diesel costs and pressure to meet clean air zone requirements in London. Needed cost-effective fleet electrification.

The Solution

Solar Installation:250kW rooftop solar array
EV Chargers:18 x 22kW AC chargers + 4 x 50kW DC rapid chargers
Battery Storage:200kWh battery storage system
Total Investment:£420,000

The Results

£68,000
Annual Savings
6.2 years
Payback Period
280 tonnes per year
CO₂ Eliminated
82% of charging from solar
Additional Benefit

"The combined solar and EV charging system has transformed our operations. We're charging our entire fleet with mostly free solar electricity and our fuel costs have dropped dramatically. The ROI is excellent."

— David Thompson, Fleet Manager

Thames Valley Logistics

Riverside Shopping Centre

RetailManchester

The Challenge

Needed to attract eco-conscious shoppers and compete with newer retail developments offering EV charging.

The Solution

Solar Installation:180kW carport solar canopy
EV Chargers:12 x 22kW customer chargers
Battery Storage:None initially
Total Investment:£280,000

The Results

£42,000 energy savings + £18,000 charging revenue
Annual Savings
4.7 years
Payback Period
165 tonnes per year
CO₂ Eliminated
Solar canopy provides weather protection
Additional Benefit

"Installing EV chargers with solar canopies was brilliant. Customers love the covered parking and free charging. Footfall is up 15% and dwell time has increased significantly."

— Sarah Mitchell, Centre Manager

Riverside Shopping Centre

TechCorp UK Headquarters

Corporate OfficeCambridge

The Challenge

Employees demanding workplace EV charging as a benefit. High electricity costs and corporate net-zero commitments.

The Solution

Solar Installation:350kW rooftop solar system
EV Chargers:40 x 7kW workplace chargers
Battery Storage:500kWh storage for night charging
Total Investment:£580,000

The Results

£95,000
Annual Savings
6.1 years
Payback Period
420 tonnes per year
CO₂ Eliminated
68% building + EV energy from solar
Additional Benefit

"Our employees love the workplace charging benefit. It has become a key recruitment and retention tool. Combined with massive energy cost savings, this was one of our best investments."

— James Patterson, Facilities Director

TechCorp UK Headquarters

The Grand Hotel

HospitalityBath

The Challenge

Luxury hotel needed premium amenities to attract high-end guests. Wanted to differentiate through sustainability.

The Solution

Solar Installation:80kW rooftop and carport solar
EV Chargers:8 x 22kW guest chargers + 3 x 7kW staff
Battery Storage:None
Total Investment:£160,000

The Results

£28,000 + premium room pricing
Annual Savings
5.2 years
Payback Period
95 tonnes per year
CO₂ Eliminated
Branded as "solar-powered luxury"
Additional Benefit

"Our EV charging guests are our highest-spending demographic. We charge a premium for rooms with charging access and they sell out first. This has elevated our brand significantly."

— Emma Richardson, General Manager

The Grand Hotel

Nationwide Plumbing Services

Service FleetMultiple UK locations

The Challenge

National service fleet needed charging infrastructure at 5 regional depots. Wanted to eliminate fuel costs.

The Solution

Solar Installation:450kW across 5 sites
EV Chargers:48 chargers across all depots
Battery Storage:300kWh total storage
Total Investment:£720,000

The Results

£135,000
Annual Savings
5.3 years
Payback Period
520 tonnes per year
CO₂ Eliminated
Multi-site monitoring system
Additional Benefit

"Rolling out solar and EV charging across our depot network was complex but worth it. We have virtually eliminated fuel costs and our engineers love driving the new electric vans."

— Michael O'Brien, Operations Director

Nationwide Plumbing Services

Common Success Factors

Right System Sizing

Properly matched solar capacity to charging needs ensures maximum solar utilization

Smart Management

Intelligent systems that optimize charging during peak solar production hours

Professional Installation

Expert design and installation ensuring optimal performance and reliability

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