Poole Hospital gets hundreds of new solar panels
They'll provide 5% of the site's power demands
470 solar panels are to be installed on the roof of Poole Hospital, as part of University Hospitals Dorset's push towards net zero.
Around 260 optimisers will also be put in, to maximise the power generated, even when not all of the panels are in full sunlight.
It's taken just two days to get them in place, with further work taking place in the coming weeks.
The panels are expected to generate 200,000 kWh of power each year - the equivalent of 5% of the hospital's power demands - while also saving around 50 tonnes of CO2 annually.
Stuart Lane, UHD's sustainability and carbon manager, said:
“We are delighted to announce successful project completions with Centrica Business Solutions and Aztec, overcoming site constraints and height access challenges.
“We are implementing a new roof-mounted photovoltaic system to advance our commitment towards achieving net zero carbon targets.
“The solar panel arrays are situated atop the Phillip Arnold blocks and the Dorset Cancer Centre.
"This partnership underscores our commitment to embrace solar energy as we decarbonise our estate - enhancing healthcare facilities and services for our community.”