Located in the heart of Oxford, this project focused on optimising an existing solar PV system on a residential care home, by making full use of all available roof space. 15 AIKO all-black panels were added to the roof, increasing generating capacity by 7.275kWp and substantially boosting the property’s overall solar production.
System highlights
- 15 x AIKO Neostar 3S 485W all-black ABC N-Type panels
- 7.275kWp additional system size
- Added to an existing solar PV system
What does this mean?
The new panels are expected to generate around 6,700kWh of additional electricity a year. On a good summer’s day, that can be between 30 and 35kWh. In spring and autumn, it typically falls to around 13 to 22kWh, and in winter, to between 3 and 6kWh.
That extra generation means less energy imported from the grid, and lower bills throughout the year.
Why revisit an existing system?
Many properties with solar still have unused space. Panel technology has moved on considerably, while also becoming cheaper, so adding to an existing system can significantly increase generation and savings.
Key benefits
More from the same roof: Making full use of the available space can substantially increase annual generation
Built on what is already there: The new array works alongside the existing system, rather than replacing it
High-efficiency panels: AIKO’s back contact technology performs well in low light, making it ideal for the conditions in the UK
Consistent appearance: All-black panels give the finished roof a clean, uniform look.
If you already have solar and want to know if your roof could be working harder for you, we can take a look. Get in touch with the team to get started.
