SEGRO has completed its largest solar panel installation in London at its SEGRO Logistics Centre Faggs Road scheme a few minutes from Heathrow Airport.
The developer worked in partnership with GEODIS, which occupies a 96,562 sq ft unit in Hounslow, to install 1,750 PV panels on its roof, with installed capacity of 700 kWp.
The energy produced by the solar array is equivalent to powering 75 homes and saves as much carbon annually as planting 5,445 trees. As part of the initiative, SEGRO was able to secure a power purchase agreement which enables GEODIS to benefit from cheaper electricity.
Chris Packwood, managing director at GEODIS, said: “We are delighted with the evolution of our facility, to now harness the power of the sun. This further strengthens the GEODIS commitment to sustainability, by having confidence in the origin of our power supply and the associated REGO certificates.”
Gareth Baker, director, Western Corridor at SEGRO, added: “It is fantastic to deliver this exciting project, providing both environmental and cost benefits to GEODIS. This project is a prime example of how we can collaborate with our customers to drive sustainable growth. Not only does it significantly reduce carbon emissions by generating renewable energy on-site, but it also helps GEODIS to reduce its operational costs in the long run.”
