Project Overview:

This case involves the installation of a solar energy system on a farm located in Ceredigion, Wales. The carefully selected components are tailored to meet the specific needs of the customer and leverage the available space in a field for optimal energy yield.

Selected Components:

1. 425 Trina Vertex Panels (x 306)
2. Clenergy Pile Driven Ground Mounting Frame
3. Solax X3Forth 125kW Inverter

Customer Requirements:

The customer’s objectives were multifaceted:

• Reduce energy consumption
• Minimize carbon footprint
• Export energy under the Power Purchase Agreement
• Utilize the installation as a tax relief incentive

Benefits of a Ground Mount System:

The chosen ground mount system offers several advantages:

• Achieves orientation and pitch perfection by utilizing the available space in a field, maximizing system yield
• Easy maintenance, including works, cleaning, and clearing if needed
• Shading avoidance is simplified
• An ideal solution when roof space is limited
• Suitable for customers concerned about the aesthetics of a roof-mounted system
• The land can still be utilized for grazing smaller livestock

Installer’s Experience:

The installation team was notably impressed by the inverter’s ability to maintain a robust wireless connection to the client’s home WiFi, located 100 meters away. This feature allows the client to monitor the system conveniently through a dedicated app. The system is characterized as a simplified, no-frills commercial solution designed for a quick return on investment.