SolarTherm UK recently completed a substantial ground mounted solar PV installation for a property in Sissinghurst, Kent, providing the homeowner with a high capacity renewable energy system designed to generate significantly more electricity than the property uses on an annual basis.
The installation features 33 Aiko Neostar 2S Mono-glass 470W solar panels, creating a 15.51 kWp solar PV system, combined with a 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS battery.
Rather than being installed on the property’s rood, the panels were mounted on a dedicated ground mounted solar system, providing a practical solution for maximising available space and solar generation.
A High Capacity Ground Mounted Solar System
With an estimated annual electricity consumption of approximately 4,915 kWh, based on the homeowner’s electricity bill, the property has a relatively significant energy requirement.
The new 15.51 kWp solar PV system is predicted to generate approximately 16,259 kWh of clean electricity per year.
The system comprises:
- 33x Aiko Neostar 2S Mono-glass 470W solar panels
- 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS battery storage
- Ground mount installation kit
The combination of a large solar array and battery storage allows the homeowner to generate renewable electricity during daylight hours and store surplus energy for use when solar generation is lower.
Designed Around the Property’s Energy Needs
Ground mounted solar can be particularly useful where there is sufficient suitable land available but roof space, orientation or roof configuration limits the amount of solar that can be installed.
For this Sissinghurst property, the ground mounted approach enabled SolarTherm UK to install a substantial 15.51 kWp array, providing considerably more generation capacity than a typical residential rooftop system.
The estimated annual solar generation of 16,259 kWh represents a significant renewable energy resource for the property, helping to reduce reliance on electricity from the grid.
The 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS battery provides additional flexibility by allowing excess solar generation to be stored rather than immediately exported or left unused.
Predicted Energy Savings
Based on the system design and projected energy performance, the installation is expected to deliver £2,369 in predicted savings during the first year.
The projected payback period is approximately 9 years, with total predicted savings of £124,545 over the minimum 30 year lifespan of the system.
These figures are based on predicted system performance and energy costs and may vary depending on future electricity prices, household consumption and actual solar generation.
Reducing Carbon Emissions
Alongside the financial benefits, the Sissinghurst installation is expected to make a substantial contribution towards reducing the property’s carbon footprint. The system is predicted to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 3.25 tonnes per year.
Over a projected 30 year lifetime, this equates to approximately 97.55 tonnes of CO₂ reduction. That’s equivalent to the environmental impact of planting approximately 154 trees every year.
System Summary
| Location | Sissinghurst, Kent |
| System size | 15.51 kWp |
| Solar panels | 33x Aiko Neostar 2S Mono-glass 470W |
| Battery storage | 9.4 kWh Hanchu ESS |
| Mounting system | Ground mount frames |
| Estimated annual consumption | ~4,915 kWh |
| Estimated annual solar generation | ~16,259 kWh |
| Predicted year 1 savings | £2,369 |
| Projected payback period | 9 years |
| Predicted 30 year savings | £124,545 |
| Annual CO₂ reduction | 3.25 tonnes |
| 30 year CO₂ reduction | 97.55 tonnes |
| Equivalent to trees planted | 154 trees planted per year |
A Complete Solar Installation from SolarTherm UK
As with every SolarTherm UK installation, the project included the necessary supporting works and certification to provide the homeowner with a complete, professionally installed solar energy system.
This included the G99 application, MCS certification and electrical certificates, ensuring the installation was completed with the relevant documentation in place.
The result is a high capacity ground mounted solar PV and battery storage system designed to make excellent use of the available land while generating substantial amounts of clean, renewable electricity for the property.
Thinking About Ground Mounted Solar?
If your property in Kent has suitable land available or unsuitable roof space, a ground mounted solar PV system could provide an alternative way to maximise your renewable energy generation.
Contact SolarTherm UK today for a free, no obligation quote and design, tailored to your property, usage and future energy needs. No hard sell, just honest, expert advice – and the time you need to make an informed decision.
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