Solivus, a developer of lightweight, flexible solar solutions, has been awarded the contract for the engineering, procurement, construction, and installation of PV solar systems for Tesco’s Watford Extra store.
The six-week project, will see close to 750 lightweight solar panels mounted by Solivus on the rooftop of the 80,000 sq ft Watford store.
In the first year, the solar installation is expected to generate 339,506kWh of electricity and associated carbon savings. Using Solivus modelling, it is estimated that the installation will generate 10% of the store’s annual electricity requirements, reducing reliance on grid electricity.
The project forms part of Tesco’s wider commitment to installing solar panels on 100 of its large stores across the UK, helping increase the proportion of renewable electricity that comes from direct sourcing.
Commenting on the collaboration, Bianca Samarakoon, Group Head of Energy at Tesco said, “Working with innovative suppliers is key to unlocking some of the challenges we face on our journey to net zero.
“Our partnership with Solivus will allow us to use lightweight solar panels where traditional solar isn’t feasible, helping us to move closer to our goal of carbon neutrality across our own operations by 2035.”
Like many commercial properties, many of Tesco’s existing buildings encounter structural challenges such as weight restrictions making traditional rooftop installations impractical. As part of its decarbonisation drive, Solivus’ innovative, lightweight solution will enable Tesco to overcome these constraints and integrate solar self-generation more effectively and efficiently.
