by cepm-admin | Oct 29, 2016
Summary
Financial Impact
Estimated Annual SAP Production: 7,481kWh per annum
Estimated ROI: 8 years
Timeline
Install Start: 4th February 2014
Install Finish: 7th February 2014
Environmental Impact
CO2 Savings: 3,868kg p.a.
Added value
Rooftop design service : Grid-connection : Impartial product advice : Full product warranties : Innovative solutions : Quality installation : Long-term security
Products
Solar Panels: Sunpower 327W x 28
Inverters: SolarEdge 5kW x 2
with SolarEdge Power Optimisers
The Project
Mr and Mrs Baguley engaged Ceiba Renewables to look at a suitable solar PV system for their family home in Aberdeenshire. They wanted a solar PV system that would help to protect them from rising energy bills and, importantly, one that wasn’t going to deteriorate over time.
A key consideration in the design of the system was to maximise yields and minimise the impact of winter shade from neighbouring buildings.
After exploring and assessing the costs and benefits of various options, it was decided to maximise the roof space and look at how much it would cost for a grid connection for a 9.16kWp system on their single-phase supply. Ceiba undertook the required design and application work to SSE free of charge. With SSE coming back with a favourable quote and within the customer’s budget, they decided to place an order for Sunpower’s amazing E20 high performance solar panels combined with SolarEdge’s power optimiser system that allows each panel to operate individually and to its maximum potential.
The Result
In its first year the Sunpower with SolarEdge PV system has outperformed the estimated annual production. As can be seen from the table below, from the 1st May 2014 to 1st May 2016, the PV system produced 17,249kWh, exceeding its SAP calculations by more than 15%.
From SolarEdge’s free monitoring system we can see how the system performs over time, compare year on year trends and look at individual panel performance.
With a 10-year workmanship warranty, 25 year power & product warranty on the panels and SolarEdge 12 year inverter warranty, the system is well protected to keep producing excellent results for years to come.
by cepm-admin | Oct 29, 2016
Summary
Financial Impact
Estimated Annual Production: 18,224kWh per annum
Estimated ROI: 7 years
Timeline
Install Start: 4th March 2014
Install Finish: 8th March 2014
Environmental Impact
CO2 Savings: 9,422kg p.a.
Added value
Rooftop design service : Grid-connection : Impartial product advice : Full product warranties : Innovative solutions : Quality installation : Long-term security
Products
Solar Panels: Solarworld 250W x 95
Inverters: ABB Power One PVI Inverters x2
Enphase Micro-Inverters x30
The Challenge
The park was consuming around 101,000kWh of electricity per annum and the owners were looking at ways in which they could reduce this consumption. Solar PV had been considered for some time but problems had arisen in finding an installer that would provide a quality service and product at the right price. The intended site also had a boiler chimney stack that shaded part of the roof.
The Project
Deeside was introduced to Ceiba Renewables Ltd in October 2013. Having spoken at length with Deeside about their requirements, the team were acutely aware of the importance of installing a quality product that would yield an excellent performance over the longest possible period, and would provide peace of mind from both investment and safety aspects. Drawing on the teams capabilities from their vast experience in solar and electrical design & installation, a solution was proposed that met Deeside’s requirements.
The Design
The shading aspect across different panels at different times of day was a potential problem, and the yield of a conventional installation would have been affected by this issue. Any shadows on a single module would normally reduce the performance of the whole array as all the modules are connected. However, micro-inverters linked to individual panels negate this problem. This system increases energy production, simplifies design and installation, whilst improving system uptime and reliability. With an all AC approach it also has the benefit of reducing fire safety risk.
The Result
We received great feedback from the customer following the installation which is always satisfying to hear as we take great care to provide an excellent experience for our customers. The system has been installed for over 3 years with no faults or issues.
Customer Quote
“Having looked for years for a suitable supplier/contractor, we found an outfit we could trust. The quote was tweaked, and I was happy we had the system that would work for us, and that we had back-up if things went amiss.
Installation was trouble free and professional, and the electrical control board is a work of art.
We have 95 panels, and my only regret is that we don’t have a big enough roof to install more. I am also confident that Ceiba Renewables will be there if need be. I would not hesitate to recommend this winning team!”
Ken Howie, Owner, Deeside Activity Park
