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Record Rooftop Solar Powers London's Spitalfields Market
28 Aug
Summary
- Market now boasts London's largest rooftop solar installation.
- 2,730 panels generate 1.27 GWh annually, powering 470 homes.
- Solar project cost £1 million, cutting emissions by 225 tonnes yearly.
New Spitalfields Market, a major hub for London's fresh produce, has embraced renewable energy with the installation of its new rooftop solar system. This significant project, London's largest of its kind, spans five roofs and features 2,730 solar panels. The system has a total capacity of 1.4 megawatt-peak and is projected to produce around 1.27 gigawatt-hours of electricity each year.
This green power source will significantly reduce the market's operational costs and its environmental impact. The installation is expected to cut annual emissions by approximately 225 tonnes, contributing to the City of London Corporation's net zero goals. The £1 million investment is seen as a model for integrating large-scale renewable energy into critical urban infrastructure.
