Felixstowe & Walton United FC is a community football club on the Suffolk coast. To reduce the running costs of its clubhouse and facilities, the club partnered with DES Renewable Energy to install a rooftop solar PV system with battery storage and EV charging — generating clean electricity on site, lowering energy bills, and supporting its long-term sustainability goals.
Project overview
Felixstowe & Walton United FC commissioned DES Renewable Energy to install a 38.61 kWp solar PV system across its clubhouse roof. The installation comprised 66 x 585 W Astronergy panels connected to a Solax X3-ULT-30 30 kW inverter, paired with 40.9 kWh of AC-coupled battery storage and a 22 kW Solax EV charger. The project aimed to reduce electricity costs, lower carbon emissions, and enhance long-term financial sustainability.
Project details
- Company: Felixstowe & Walton United FC
- Location: Dellwood Avenue, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 9HT
- Solar system capacity: 38.61 kWp
- Estimated annual generation: 31,343 kWh
- Installation type: Pitched roof solar panels with battery storage & EV charging
- Project timeline: Delivered February 2025, from survey to commissioning
The objectives
- Reduce electricity costs and dependence on grid energy
- Improve environmental sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint
- Achieve long-term operational savings and financial returns
- Demonstrate responsible energy practices to members, visitors and the local community
The solution: bespoke assessment and design
DES Renewable Energy conducted a comprehensive assessment of roof space, structural considerations, sun exposure and interlocking constraints to ensure optimal placement and system sizing. The system was designed with 66 x 585 W Astronergy panels across the clubhouse roof, with power conversion handled by a Solax X3-ULT-30 30 kW inverter, paired with 40.9 kWh of AC-coupled battery storage to maximise self-consumption and a 22 kW Solax EV charger. We ensured full compliance with building regulations, electrical standards and industry best practice, obtaining all necessary permits and approvals.
Installation and completion
The installation was carried out with minimal disruption to the day-to-day running of the club. Panels were securely mounted, connected to the inverter, and integrated with the existing electrical system, before 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.
The results
- Energy cost reduction: lower electricity bills and reduced reliance on grid energy.
- Environmental impact: around 31,343 kWh of clean energy each year, saving an estimated 6.5 tonnes of CO2 annually.
- Financial returns: ongoing energy savings contribute to long-term financial sustainability.
- Public image: demonstrates responsible energy practices to members, visitors and the wider community.
At a glance
- 66 x 585 W Astronergy panels on a pitched clubhouse roof
- 38.61 kWp total system capacity
- Solax X3-ULT-30 30 kW inverter with 40.9 kWh AC-coupled battery storage
- 22 kW Solax EV charger installed on site
- An estimated 31,343 kWh of clean energy generated per year
- An estimated 6.5 tonnes of CO2 saved every year
Our accreditations
DES Renewable Energy is MCS certified, guaranteeing our installations are designed, installed and commissioned to the highest standard using only MCS-certified products. We are also NAPIT certified to install and self-certify our electrical work, and we comply with the Renewable Energy Consumer Code (RECC).
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Download the full Felixstowe & Walton United FC case study (PDF).
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