Our Client: Newport City Council

Name: InspireGreen
Price range: $$

Award Winning Installation
Turning an underutilised space into an Urban Solar farm

Recognised Award Winning Install

Energy Efficiency Awards Wales

Client

Newport City Council

Number of Panels

780

Technology

Solar PV

System Size

390 kWp

Estimated Annual Output

367,720 kWh

Estimated Carbon Saving

71 Tons Per Year

Estimated Payback

10 Years

Location

Newport

About the Client

Newport City Council is the governing body responsible for the vibrant and diverse city of Newport in South Wales. As a forward-thinking local authority, Newport City Council is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through sustainable development, innovative public services, and community engagement.

The council plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth, preserving the city’s rich cultural heritage, and ensuring the well-being of its population. With a focus on environmental sustainability and inclusive growth, Newport City Council is committed to creating a resilient and thriving community that reflects the needs and aspirations of its citizens.

Our Solution

Transitioning from gas to renewable sources of energy is imperative to reach net zero targets both locally and nationally. The Newport City Council Kingsway Car Park Solar project, in collaboration with Newport Norse and InspireGreen, involved the installation of 780 solar panels on Kingsway multi-storey car park’s roof, adding 390kWp to the council’s overall solar capacity and reducing emissions by 71 tonnes annually.

Despite challenges relating to security and ethical procurement, this project was delivered ahead of schedule and is an exemplary project that demonstrates the opportunities in repurposing underutilised space for clean energy generation in an urban environment.