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Solar Panels and Energy Efficiency at Falmouth Harbour

Falmouth Harbour Commissioners have recently installed an array of 28 PV panels on their workshop roof. It is estimated the panels will produce 7280kWh per year. This has the potentially to save an estimated £30,000 in electricity bills over the next 20 years.

Falmouth Harbour Commissioners have recently installed an array of 28 PV panels on their workshop roof. It is estimated the panels will produce 7280kWh per year. This has the potentially to save an estimated £30,000 in electricity bills over the next 20 years.

Falmouth Harbour Commissioners are also investigating the possibility of replacing the current diesel-powered forklift truck with a fully electric or plug in hybrid version to make the most of potential usage and greenhouse gas emission savings associated with harbour activities.

ENVIRONMENTAL TAGS: Renewable Energy