Ty Pawb is already seeing strong returns from its recently installed solar PV system, with almost 42% of its electricity coming from solar power between January and March this year.
The 108 kWp system generated 38,730 kWh of clean electricity in just three months – helping save around £8,000 on energy bills.
During the same period, Ty Pawb used 92,450 kWh of electricity in total. Of that, nearly half was generated on-site, while the remaining 54,930 kWh was imported from the grid. A small surplus of 1,207 kWh was also exported back to the network.
Councillor Hugh Jones, Lead Member with responsibility for Ty Pawb said “Seeing such strong results so soon after installation is really encouraging. Ty Pawb is already cutting its energy bills and generating a significant proportion of its electricity on-site, which is good news both financially and environmentally.”
Strong early performance – even in winter
These results are particularly impressive given that January to March is typically one of the lowest sunlight periods of the year in the UK. Even so, the system has already delivered significant savings and a substantial level of on-site generation.
As daylight hours increase through spring and summer, generation is expected to rise further – increasing both financial savings and carbon reductions.
Better than expected
Although the system has only recently been installed, it’s already performing better than expected, meaning it’s likely to pay for itself sooner than originally planned.
At a time when energy costs continue to place pressure on public buildings, this early performance demonstrates the value of investing in renewable energy
Practical benefits of solar
Ty Pawb’s results highlight the practical benefits of solar PV, including:
- Lower energy bills
- Reduced reliance on grid electricity
- Lower carbon emissions
- Greater protection against rising energy costs
Solar panels generate electricity from daylight throughout the year, even on cloudy days, making them a reliable and low-maintenance source of energy.
A practical example
This is a strong example of how a well-sized solar installation can make an immediate difference. By generating its own clean electricity, Ty Pawb is reducing costs now while supporting a more sustainable future.
Councillor David A Bithell, Lead Member for Climate Change said “This project shows how investment in renewable energy can deliver practical benefits for public buildings. Not only is Ty Pawb reducing it’s reliance on the grid, but it’s also helping us move towards a more sustainable future.”
