Worcester Community Trust is proud to announce the successful installation of two new solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on the roofs of Horizon Hub and Ronkswood Hub, marking a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions, lowering energy costs, and supporting a more sustainable future for the local community.
The new solar panel systems, consisting of 37 panels with a total capacity of 18.5 kWp, are expected to generate a substantial proportion of the hubs’ annual electricity needs by converting sunlight directly into usable electricity. The project will help reduce reliance on grid electricity while delivering long-term financial savings that can be reinvested into community programmes and services.
Helen Davis, CEO at Worcester Community Trust said:
“This investment demonstrates our commitment to environmental responsibility and community leadership. By generating clean, renewable energy on-site, we are reducing our carbon footprint while helping to ensure the long-term sustainability of the services we provide to local residents.”
The solar installations form part of the Trust’s wider commitment to sustainability and reducing it’s environmental impact. In addition to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the project will serve as an educational example for residents, schools, and community groups interested in renewable energy and climate action.
The project was made possible through the Worcester Town Investment Plan – an investment of £19.6m from the government made four years ago, to be used to revamp the city. Worcester City Council were able to reallocate some unspent contingency funds from this fund, which were originally budgeted for the construction of the Building Block Two training centre in Dines Green, following it’s completion in 2025.
The work was carried out by Energy Gain UK
‘’We’re pleased to have delivered this project for Worcester Community Trust, installing solar PV systems at Horizon Hub and Ronkswood Hub. Together, the two systems provide 18.5kWp of clean renewable energy generation, helping to reduce carbon emissions, lower operating costs and support the Trust’s commitment to sustainability. Community buildings play a vital role in bringing people together, and it’s rewarding to see renewable energy helping these hubs become more environmentally and financially resilient for years to come. A big thank you to the team at Energy Gain UK and Worcester Community Trust for their collaboration and continued support.”
— Craig Jones, Managing Director, Energy Gain UK
The solar panels at Horizon Hub and Ronkswood Hub are expected to generate approximately 16,505 kWh of renewable electricity each year. Since being installed in February this year, the panels at Horizon Hub have already resulted in the following environmental benefits:
- Equivalent Trees Planted 2.34
- CO₂ Reduction 846.3kg
- Standard Coal Saved 1.69t
And at Ronkswood:
- Equivalent Trees Planted 1.65
- CO₂ Reduction 595.88kg
- Standard Coal Saved 1.19t
Similar panels were installed on The Green Hub and the adjacent Building Block Two last year.
