£1m rooftop solar initiative powers up Port of Goole

Green energy is now being produced at the Port of Goole following a £1m rooftop solar initiative.

The 14-week project saw the installation of 4,341 solar panels across four rooftops, creating enough electricity during peak generation times to run the Port of Goole solely from clean energy.

The solar panels will produce enough electricity to power around 154 residential homes per year. Any surplus energy supplies will be exported to the National Grid.

Simon Bird, ABP Humber director, said: “This is a real green milestone for the Port of Goole, as the first time in history, it has the capability of running exclusively from clean, solar electricity.

“This extensive project wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work of all of those involved in delivering this during inclement weather, to make sure we are ready to make the most of key generating periods.

“This is an exciting time for ABP, as we continue to pave the way for a greener future.”

Britain’s biggest ports operator, ABP, is on track to become one of the largest corporate solar producers in the UK.

Commercial solar installer, Custom Solar, completed the installation.

Gary Sucharewycz, custom solar director, said: “We are delighted to have delivered another successful project for ABP and our second across the Humber region. Across ABP’s ports, this takes the total to over six megawatts that we have delivered in the last 12 months alone, with further projects being developed.”