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Supporting Net Zero Goals at Water Meadows Leisure Complex with Solar

Airis partnered with Serco Leisure Limited to install a solar PV system at Water Meadows Leisure Complex in Mansfield, helping reduce carbon emissions by 27 tonnes annually. The project, completed with minimal disruption, supports the complex's Net Zero goals and offers a 3.3-year ROI.

Solar PV Installation Video

The best way to see the scale of our solar panels installation at Watermeadows Leisure Complex in Mansfield is from the air.

The Water Meadows Leisure Complex

The Water Meadows Leisure Complex is located in Mansfield, UK. The facility was opened in October 1990 at a cost of £8.5 million. It was built on the site of the former Mansfield open-air swimming pool.

In partnership with Serco Leisure Limited, we installed a solar PV system at their leisure complex to support their sustainability goals, helping reduce carbon emissions and advance their journey toward net zero.

The system is expected to provide a 3.3 years ROI and offers the following benefits to the company.

Solar Panel Capacity (kW): 120 kWp

Energy Production Year One: 108,556 kWh

Grid Independence: 17%

Carbon Footprint Reduction: 27 tonnes per year

Solar Energy Solutions: Project Details

  • Overview of the Project: Installation of 120 kWp Solar Photovoltaic array.
  • Challenges to Overcome: Working on a live site brings operational challenges. Prior to installation, meticulous planning was undertaken with a core focus on the health and safety of staff, the public, and the centre operatives.
  • Sustainability Goals: As a facilities management company, Serco has a responsibility to their clients regarding all aspects of carbon reduction, aiming to move them toward their Net Zero goals.
  • Project Duration:  1 week.
  • Number of Panels Installed: 255 (JA Solar 505W).
  • System Design & Layout: Utilised 3 south-west-facing roofs.
  • System Payback: 3 years, 3 months.
Interview With Brendon Lewis
  • Why did the business choose solar? Pricing and options for PV.
  • Why Airis Energy Solutions? The professional approach to the project.
  • How did you find the process from start to completion? Very smooth and informative with all information available according to the project critical path.
  • Since the installation, have the results matched your expectations? Yes, the equipment is working as expected with no issues.
  • Would you recommend Airis to other businesses? Most definitely, the service and attention to detail was very helpful and assured.
  • Any other comments? Overall, very happy with the service provided by Airis. Any query raised was dealt with immediately and the engineers were very approachable and took a great deal of pride in their installation. The regular updates were very welcomed.

Why choose Airis?

Airis Energy Solutions UK are part of a global electronics network with HQs in 18 different countries and representation in a further 22.

We’re an end to end manufacturer, suppplier and installer, who continually research and develop our products to offer the latest and best technology on the market.

Our size means we have the capacity to handle any project, large or small.

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