Loughborough Leisure Centre – Solar PV Installation Case Study
May 19, 2025
Delivered April 2025
Project Overview: UT Power delivered a high-performance 91.8kW rooftop solar PV system at Loughborough Leisure Centre on behalf of Gleeds with Jenkins Weir as the main contractors, significantly enhancing the site’s sustainability and operational efficiency. Featuring 216 x 425W monocrystalline panels, this system was designed to maximise clean energy generation while ensuring the leisure centre remained fully operational throughout installation.
Technical Highlights:
Installed Capacity: 91.8kW
Annual Energy Generation: Approximately 80,760 kWh*
Expected On-Site Consumption: 99%
Estimated CO₂ Emissions Reduction: 36.3 tonnes in Year 1
System Type: SolarEdge fully optimised system with advanced safety and monitoring features
Installation Duration: 10 days, completed with minimal disruption and full public safety measures
Additional Features: Bird blockers installed to protect panels and ensure longevity
Client Benefits:
Exceptional ROI: With a projected 33.71% return on investment, this solar array offers robust financial savings alongside environmental benefits.
Operational Continuity: Careful planning and methodical installation ensured the leisure centre remained open to the public, demonstrating UT Power’s commitment to client service excellence.
Sustainability Leadership: The system supports the leisure centre’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and aligns with ESG expectations increasingly important in public sector frameworks.
Energy Security: By generating the vast majority of its electricity onsite, the centre reduces exposure to volatile grid energy prices and enhances resilience.
