The following case studies are practical examples of sustainable energy solutions designed to meet the specific operational and environmental goals of our clients. We are committed to reducing our clients’ energy costs and carbon footprints through advanced, customised solar installations.
Location: Milton Hill, Steventon, Abingdon, OX13 6AG
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dH7jSyTvJcozTEH56
Installation Date: Spring 2021
Installed by: Corrie Energy Partners
Purpose: Reduce running costs of the farm shop and improve carbon footprint
Since 2021, the Old Farm Shop in Abingdon has partnered with Corrie Energy Partners to actively reduce its operational costs and carbon footprint. As a family-run business known in the local area for supplying and producing high-quality, locally sourced,free range meats, fruit, and vegetables, The Old Farm Shop is passionate about minimising their ecological impact. The shop is well known in their local area and has won numerous awards for their produce.
Corrie Energy Partners has installed a pilot project on-site, beside the farm shop’s playground. The project includes three generations of Corrie solar trackers, together with one fixed solar panel as a control for performance comparison. The farm shop has restricted roof space, so this innovative setup allows the farm shop to operate at normal capacity while contributing to a reduction in daily electricity costs.
While this project is still in progress, the panels on trackers are currently producing 21-24% more than the control. This exciting comparison not only helps The Old Farm Shop meet its sustainability goals and reduce operational costs, but also demonstrates the advantages of a solar system that generates more energy over less land space, while minimising ecological impacts on the ground. This will benefit future customers, who face the costs associated with Biodiversity Net Gain, which has become mandatory in the UK from February 2024.
Location: Our Cow Molly, Cliffe House Farm, Hill Top Rd, Dungworth, Sheffield S6 6GW
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wpM6ywFv9sxuRJWs9
Installation Date: Winter 2024
Installed by: Corrie Energy Partners and Norcroft Energy
Our Cow Molly, a dairy farm established in 1947, is a true example of traditional farming with modern sustainable practices. Nestled on one of Sheffield’s picturesque seven hills in Dungworth, this family-run business is celebrated for its sustainably produced, award-winning milk and ice cream.
Eddie Andrews, the owner, is deeply committed to sustainability and has ambitious plans to transform the farm into a fully sustainable operation. Currently, the farm meets part of its energy needs with a rooftop solar installation. A pilot solar installation provided by Corrie Energy Partners is set to extend the time of day during which solar power is generated. Future plans include expanding their solar installation to a new barn to further improve the farm’s energy independence and power an electrolyser for green hydrogen production. In line with their forward-thinking approach, the farm also hosts the University of Sheffield’s H3 project, where leafy greens are grown in polyurethane foam.
Current outcomes for this project are actively being monitored in collaboration with our Our Cow Molly. The results will be supplied as this installation progresses.
