Overview
Good landlords think about their tenants’ future.
At Harkstead Barns, the owners invested in energy that works harder for everyone on site. Two goals drove it: lower costs, and stronger support for the local businesses they host.
But the real story is how it all connects.
Their new EV charging runs off their Solar PV. Sun to panel, panel to battery-ready system, energy to vehicle. Generate. Store. Use. A full ecosystem, not a collection of parts.
That’s what modern commercial property looks like.
System Performance Projection
| Annual Energy Production | 30.3 MWh |
| Annual CO2 Emissions Saved | 5.87 tonnes |
| Self-Consumption | 88% |
| Payback Period | 2.5 Years |
| Internal Rate of Return | 45.6% |
| Lifetime bills savings | £362,746 |
System Components
DMEGC Bi-Facial Solar Panels: The installation uses premium DMEGC solar panels, known for their excellent efficiency and sleek aesthetics.
SolarEdge Power Optimisers: Each panel is equipped with a SolarEdge power optimiser, which enables individual panel monitoring and performance optimisation. This technology mitigates the effects of partial shading and ensures maximum energy harvest from each panel.
SolarEdge Synergy Inverter: The system features SolarEdge inverters, which work with power optimisers to convert DC electricity from the panels into AC power for home use. This inverter is designed for seamless integration with the SolarEdge ecosystem, including the battery storage system.
Doncaster PV Ultra Cabling: PV-Ultra cables are engineered explicitly for DC installations in photovoltaic systems. Designed with high-quality materials for an anticipated lifespan of about 25 years and can operate at average maximum conductor temperatures of 90°C, with short-term tolerance up to 120°C.
NexBlue EV Chargers: This site invested in a fully integrated NexBlue EV Charging infrastructure that works seamlessly with the SolarEdge C&I One platform.