Solar PV installation for groundworks contractor McFour Ltd
Overview
Project: Solar PV installation for groundworks contractor McFour Ltd
Location: Shropshire, England
Project timeline: The project was delivered in two phases. Phase one involved a workshop and a two-week installation period. Phase two focused on a new office building with an additional two-week installation timeline.
The brief:
CES was commissioned to install an 86kWp solar PV system for McFour Ltd, a Shropshire-based groundworks company.
The project was driven by the company’s strategic aim to enhance their green credentials for HS2 project tenders and provide sustainable power for their transition to electric vehicles and construction equipment.
The challenge:
The client needed to demonstrate strong environmental credentials to strengthen their position in the HS2 supply chain tender process.
This required a solution that would not only reduce their carbon footprint but also provide practical support for their transition to electric vehicles and construction equipment.
The solution:
CES delivered an 86kWp solar PV array system designed to:
- Power charging infrastructure for employee electric vehicles
- Support charging of electric construction equipment
- Demonstrate the company’s commitment to sustainability
- Strengthen their position in the supply chain for major infrastructure projects
CES also supplied a site workshop for all company construction vehicle repairs and maintenance – welders, air compressors and power tools etc
Key project highlights:
- Demonstrates how renewable energy can strengthen tender opportunities
- Shows strategic approach to meeting infrastructure project requirements
Why this project stands out:
This installation demonstrates how renewable energy investments can directly support business growth by enhancing tender credentials for major infrastructure projects. It showcases the strategic value of sustainable energy beyond pure cost savings, particularly in competitive supply chain scenarios.
What the client appreciated most:
The client valued the speed and quality of the installation process, which was completed with minimal disruption. They were also impressed by the thorough aftercare service, including the proactive registration of the system with governing bodies, which ensured compliance and peace of mind.
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