Landmark £1.5m project project completed at historic Glasgow building
Part of the council's climate action strategy, the project will supply 20% of the building's electricity needs and save £182,000 annually.
The installation is accompanied by seven smaller solar installations across Glasgow schools and daycare centres, collectively supporting the city's journey toward net zero emissions.
Scott Lutton, Director at Vital Energi Scotland, said: "Working on Kelvin Hall's protected Category B listed structure presented unique engineering challenges.
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"Our team developed custom mounting solutions for the distinctive barrel-shaped roof while preserving the building's historic character. This required specialised safety systems for installers working at height and strategic relocation of inverters to optimise system performance.
'We considered more than just the technical aspects of the project—we actively engaged with the community to ensure the voices of those affected by potential disruptions were heard and respected.'
The project adds to the 46 renewable energy installation projects that Vital Energi has delivered to date across Scotland, which include recent solar projects for NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Tayside.
The company installed the landmark Queens Quay Heat Pump scheme in West Dunbartonshire in 2019 - the largest water-source heat pump system in the UK. It extracts heat from the River Clyde to provide low-carbon heating to over 1,200 homes and businesses.
The solar project was 50% funded by Salix Finance, with Glasgow City Council providing the remaining investment.
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