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From smaller commercial installations to large-scale solar projects, HSEnergy has the experience and expertise to deliver tailored renewable energy solutions for businesses of all sizes, helping them reduce energy costs, improve efficiency and take greater control of their energy.

 

A recent project at Poplars Garden Centre in Dunstable is a great example of this approach in practice, demonstrating how a carefully designed solar installation can meet the demands of a busy commercial site while delivering long-term value.

Poplars Garden Centre in Dunstable required a large-scale solar PV system to reduce its substantial electricity costs while supporting its commitment to sustainability. With high energy demand throughout the day, the site presented an excellent opportunity to generate renewable electricity on-site.

HSEnergy installed a 446.34kWp solar PV system comprising 1,038 all-black DMEGC panels. The installation now supplies an estimated 56.2% of the garden centre’s electricity requirements, delivering annual savings of £60,000–£70,000 while reducing carbon emissions by over 76 tonnes per year.

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  • DMEGC 430W All-Black Solar Modules (1038 units, 45.15kWp)
    High-efficiency solar panels installed across multiple roof areas, converting daylight into electricity to supply the garden centre’s daytime energy demand and reduce reliance on grid power.

  • 4 x Fox ESS R100 Three-Phase String Inverter
    Four high-capacity inverters efficiently convert the electricity generated by the solar panels into usable power, supporting reliable energy distribution across the garden centre and helping maximise the system’s performance.

  • Fastensol Pitched Roof Mounting System
    A purpose-designed mounting system that securely fixes the panels to tiled and slate roofs while protecting the roof structure and ensuring long-term durability.

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