Case Studies | Resolve Net Zero

Consultancy & Carbon Tracking

Automotive Company

Background

We have recently worked with an automotive company with around 80 years’ experience in their industry.

They have since become one of the world's leading manufacturers of premium cars. They are responsible for the distribution, sales, and marketing of many well-known cars in the United Kingdom.

The company operates through a network of dealerships across the UK and offers a range of vehicles, including SUVs, sedans, wagons, and plug-in hybrids. With a history spanning over 90 years, the car manufacturer has established itself as a trusted and respected brand in the automotive industry.

Project Overview

A well-known UK car manufacturer engaged with Resolve Net Zero to provide consultancy services to help with carbon reporting. This involved tracking and reporting on their carbon emissions, as well as providing a quotation for solar panel installations. The company wanted to reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions their business was producing.

The consultation involved analysing the businesses carbon footprint across their operations in the UK. We looked for areas that could be improved in the company including manufacturing plants, showrooms, and offices. This helped us see where we could reduce their carbon footprint.

The business is now currently implementing the sustainable practices we have recommended at their main training branch in the Midlands. The company aims to expand energy-efficient practices to all 800 locations across the UK. As part of their sustainability initiatives, they have set an ambitious target to become a net-zero carbon company by 2040.

The implementation of carbon tracking and solar panel installations will be crucial in achieving this goal and will help lead the automobile industry towards net-zero by 2030. By investing in sustainable practices and technologies, they are demonstrating their commitment to environmental stewardship while ensuring the long-term viability and success of their business.

Outcome and Next Steps

The next steps for the project involve expanding the net-zero practices implemented by Resolve Net Zero throughout all 800 locations. This will reduce the scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions for the whole business.

The successful implementation of carbon tracking and solar panel installations at their main training branch in the Midlands will serve as a blueprint for achieving net-zero carbon emissions across all their operations. The businesses commitment to sustainability is not only beneficial for the environment, but it also strengthens their brand reputation and creates a competitive advantage.

Solar PV project - 45% annual reduction in electricity bills

Motogear Marketing – Telford Skoda Groupectricity bills

Background

We have recently worked with Motogear Marketing, a car dealership, as part of the Telford Skoda group in Carlisle. Since starting the franchise in 1997, the company has expanded massively whilst maintaining a family-friendly touch in all areas.

With an 8-bay workshop and one of the biggest showrooms in the country, the franchise was consuming a lot of electricity just for its day-to-day operations.

Project Overview

To combat the company's high energy usage Motogear engaged with Resolve Net Zero to reduce the business's reliance on energy from the grid.

After consulting with our client about their electricity usage and goals, we decided it would be best to install a 62.05 kWp solar PV system on the roof of the building.

The aim of this was to reduce their overall electricity usage and increase their green credentials, helping them move towards a more sustainable future.

After our initial assessment of the company’s energy usage, we worked with our solar partner, Avrenim, to come up with a plan for the customer that kept within their budget and worked around their operations.

Outcome and Next Steps

Since the solar installation was completed on the clients building, we have had really good feedback. The work we and Avrenim carried out was highly praised by the customer, and they are especially happy with the effectiveness of the two companies working together.

The implementation of the PV system into the current electricity system has caused little to no disruption and has been working perfectly since the installation. This has allowed the client to continue their day-to-day operations ensuring they do not lose any money.

By installing the 62.05 kWp system, the company will produce 49,231 kWh of clean energy. This will equate to £16,736 in savings for the first year and an overall 45% of the annual electricity bill going forward.

Motogear Marketing – Telford Skoda Groupectricity bills

Solar PV project – over 30% annual reduction in electricity bills

Halbro Sportswear Ltd

Background

Halbro Sportswear is an established clothing brand formed in 1919. Since then, the company has continued to expand their company to become a market leader in its performance sportswear.

The company has been successful for over 100 years, helping a range of different customers. They wanted to ensure that they reduced their electricity costs and increased sustainability levels across the company.

Project Overview

To reduce the amount of electricity the company was using, they wanted to install a solar panel system in their main warehouse, based in the Greater Manchester area.

The business's main goal was to save money on their energy goals. After looking at their roof area we suggested a system size of 76.78 kWp would be best.

To complete the system installation, we worked with one of our partners, Manchester Renewables. The customer had very good feedback regarding the installation. They said that Manchester Renewables were very efficient and even managed to increase the number of panels by 5.71% which equates to an extra 4150W.

Overall, the customer was pleased with the work from us and our partner company.

Outcome and Next Steps

With the solar panel system now up and running the customer has been very pleased with how this is running. Within the first 20 days of installation, the system had generated just under 3MWh and around 100kWh per day.

With the help of solar PV, the client should see their annual electricity consumption drop by over 30%, saving them £8,766 in the first year. This will help them to become more self-sufficient by saving them 13,873 kg of CO2 and producing 65,335 kWh of clean electricity. This will protect against any future national grid price rises.

On the whole, this system will continue to save the customer a tremendous amount on their energy bills and will be completely paid off by 2027.

Voltage Optimisation project – 8.5% annual reduction in electricity bills

Withins Residential Home

Background

Withins Residential Home, based in Bolton, offers patients a range of care options. The home was founded in 1989 by Mark Shahbazi and has remained as a family run business ever since.

The care facility is proud to offer a variety of different services from long term patient care to end of life care. Withins are committed to providing 24/7 care to all their patients, and ultimately this results in a high energy use. The owners of this residential home wanted to reduce the amount they were spending on electricity bills by introducing an energy saving measure called Voltage Optimisation.

Project Overview

The home approached Resolve Net Zero with the goal in mind to reduce the amount they were paying for their energy bills. After initially looking at their energy usage we noticed that the home’s electrical equipment ran at a voltage which exceeded its operational use, therefore translating into higher electricity bills.

To combat this, we installed a Voltage Optimiser that connected to the home’s electrical distribution board and reduced the amount of voltage that was being passed to their electricity intensive equipment.

The voltage optimiser reduces all incoming electricity voltage to the legislated European CE mark, and in doing so saves wasted energy and the burn out of equipment. As a result, the home now saves a considerable amount on their electricity bills and will see an increase in their electrical equipment’s lifespan.

Outcome and Next Steps

After installing the voltage optimiser, the home saw an immediate reduction in the amount of electricity that was being consumed. This cut in consumption has translated to an 8.5% saving on their energy bills, which equates to a £3,640.88 saving annually for the home.

With these savings the Voltage Optimiser will pay for itself in under 2 years of use. The care home will also reduce their carbon footprint by 2,920kg annually, helping the UK towards its 2050 net zero goals. After speaking to the owner of the home about these results he was happy with the marginal savings made, which he can use to reinvest back into the home.

Solar PV project – 48% annual reduction in electricity bills

Central Books

Background

Project Overview

Outcome and Next Steps

The client has been very happy with the results produced by the solar installation. They have seen a 48% reduction in their annual energy bills with equates to a £5,688 reduction in electricity bills.

Since the company now generates its own electricity via solar, they have reduced the amount of electricity they draw from the National Grid by 48%. This equates to a 17,486-kWh reduction, which is a help towards the UKs efforts towards net zero.

The savings made with solar should mean that the company will see a payback on the system in just under 3 years.

Solar PV battery project – 29% annual reduction in electricity bills

Network Vineyard Church

Background

Network Vineyard Church, based in Reading, focuses on empowering their community and passing their faith onto the next generation.

The church hosts a number of different gatherings and events such as Sunday services, training classes, volunteering activities and, additionally rents their building out to a local college who run extensive adult education classes. As a result, the utility costs, particularly electricity, were prohibitively expensive.

Project Overview

To combat their high electricity bills the church engaged with Resolve Net Zero to seek help in reducing their spending with Solar panels.

The church wanted to reduce their reliance on the grid and save money on electricity. The church roof was also in disrepair and needed to be replaced in some place. After an analysis of their roof space and energy usage we suggested roof repairs, and a 50 kWp system with two 5.8Kw batteries.

To complete this project, we worked with one of our suppliers, Complete Energy Solutions, who took care of the installation of the solar panels and any future maintenance that is needed. The customer has said that he is very pleased with the quality of the roof work that was carried out by our partner and also the savings he is seeing from the solar install.

Outcome and Next Steps

Since the installation, the church has seen a huge change in their electricity bills. Annually, the solar panels paired with the battery will reduce their annual electricity bills by 29%, saving them at least £17,090 per year.

Thanks to the church’s savings, they can expect a payback from the solar system in less than three years. In addition to reducing their electricity bills, the church is also contributing to net zero by generating 50,000 kWh of clean energy annually.