Introduction
Christchurch Sailing Club partnered with ProStar Energy for the installation of a commercial solar panel system to reduce energy costs and enhance environmental sustainability. Given that a ProStar Energy team member is a longstanding club member, the club felt confident in the team’s expertise and their commitment to the community.
Project Details
- Client: ProStar Energy Ltd
- Customer: Christchurch Sailing Club
- Location: Christchurch, UK
- Date of Job: October
- Job Type: Commercial Solar Panel Installation
- System Size: 15 kWp
- Total Price (Excluding VAT): £16,948
- Estimated Payback Period: 5 years 7 months
- Calculated ROI: 17.8%
- Annual Savings: £2,352
Background
The club’s goals were to:
- Significantly lower their electricity costs,
- Reduce their carbon footprint, and
- Leverage the benefits of renewable energy with the support of a trusted, local provider.
Christchurch Sailing Club aimed to achieve multiple goals with their solar installation project. Primarily, they sought to significantly reduce their electricity costs to allow more resources to be directed towards club activities and maintenance. In addition, the club was committed to lowering its carbon footprint by embracing renewable energy and reducing its reliance on traditional power sources. By working with ProStar Energy, a trusted local provider with a strong community presence and proven expertise in commercial solar installations, the club could confidently move towards these sustainability and cost-saving objectives.
Why ProStar Energy Was Hired
Christchurch Sailing Club selected ProStar Energy due to their:
- Expertise in commercial solar installations,
- Strong reputation within the local community,
- Transparent cost-benefit analysis and clear payback timeline,
- Personal connection through ProStar’s team member who is also a club member.
Christchurch Sailing Club chose ProStar Energy as their solar installation provider for several key reasons. ProStar’s expertise in commercial solar installations and their strong local reputation made them an ideal partner for this energy-saving initiative. The club also valued ProStar’s transparent approach, which included a clear cost-benefit analysis and a defined payback timeline, ensuring that the club could see the financial viability of the project from the outset. Additionally, a unique personal connection strengthened the decision, as a ProStar team member is also an active member of the sailing club, further reinforcing trust and familiarity between the two parties.
Installation Results
The completed solar installation met all expectations, delivering strong environmental and financial returns for Christchurch Sailing Club. Early indications show the system is performing well, with annual energy cost reductions aligning closely with the estimated savings.
Conclusion
The installation has proven to be a positive investment for Christchurch Sailing Club, supporting their sustainable energy goals while providing measurable financial benefits. With an ROI of 17.8%, the investment is on track to yield long-term savings and a payback period under six years, reflecting ProStar Energy’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
