Blossom Fields Care Home is a care home in Winterbourne, Bristol, part of Allegra Care. To reduce the running costs of the home and support its environmental goals, it partnered with DES Renewable Energy to install a rooftop solar PV system that generates clean electricity onsite, lowers energy bills and supports its long-term sustainability goals.
Project overview
Blossom Fields Care Home commissioned DES Renewable Energy to install a 39.36 kWp solar PV system across its roof. The installation comprised 96 x 410W Hyundai panels connected to a SolaX X3-MEGA-40K-G2 inverter. The project aimed to reduce electricity costs, lower carbon emissions and enhance the home’s long-term financial sustainability.
Project details
- Company: Blossom Fields Care Home (Allegra Care)
- Location: 86 High Street, Winterbourne, Bristol, BS36 1RB
- Solar system capacity: 39.36 kWp
- Estimated annual generation: 36,498 kWh
- Installation type: Pitched roof solar panels
- Project timeline: Delivered 2025, from survey to commissioning
The objectives
- Reduce the cost of powering a care home that runs around the clock for its residents and staff, cutting dependence on grid energy
- Improve environmental sustainability by reducing the home’s carbon footprint
- Achieve long-term operational savings and financial returns
- Demonstrate responsible energy practices to residents, staff and visitors
The solution: bespoke assessment and design
DES Renewable Energy conducted a comprehensive assessment of roof space, structural considerations and sun exposure to ensure optimal placement and system sizing, maximising energy production and long-term reliability. The system was designed with 96 x 410W Hyundai panels across the roof, with power conversion handled by a SolaX X3-MEGA-40K-G2 inverter, integrating with the home’s existing electrical infrastructure for efficient energy management. DES Renewable Energy also ensured compliance with building regulations, electrical standards and industry best practices, obtaining all necessary permits and approvals for a fully compliant and safe installation.
Installation and completion
The installation was carried out with minimal disruption to the home’s day-to-day operations. Panels were securely mounted, connected to the inverter and integrated with the existing electrical system. Comprehensive testing and commissioning verified the system’s performance, functionality and safety. From initial assessment to completed commissioning, DES Renewable Energy provided a turnkey solution ensuring optimal energy generation, regulatory compliance and sustainable operational savings.
The results
- Energy cost reduction: lower electricity bills and reduced reliance on grid energy
- Environmental impact: an estimated 36,498 kWh of clean energy each year, saving an estimated 7.6 tonnes of CO2 annually
- Financial returns: savings on energy costs contribute to long-term financial sustainability
- Public image: demonstrates responsible energy practices to residents, staff and visitors
At a glance
- 96 x 410W Hyundai panels on the roof
- 39.36 kWp total system capacity
- SolaX X3-MEGA-40K-G2 inverter
- An estimated 36,498 kWh of clean energy generated per year
- Reduced electricity costs and carbon footprint
Our accreditations
We are MCS certified, which guarantees that our installations have been designed, installed and commissioned to the highest standard using only MCS certified products. We are also NAPIT certified, which confirms that we are certified to install and self-certify all of our electrical installations, and we comply with the Renewable Energy Consumer Code (RECC).
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