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HBS New Energies completes 92.7 kWp new build solar contract at David Wilson Homes Oakhill Gardens, helping to ensure the project meets its energy targets.

Barratt David Wilson Homes (Southampton) appointed HBS New Energies as their new build solar PV contractor to design and install roof-integrated PV systems to 91 new low-carbon homes at Oakhill Gardens in Swanmore, Hampshire.

The team designed a cost-effective PV solution to meet the specific energy targets and help ensure all dwellings achieved the Level 4 Code for Sustainable Homes standard for energy and water.

Now complete, Oakhill Gardens features a selection of 1, 2, 3 and 4 and 5-bedroom homes, with 36 units allocated for affordable rent and shared ownership. Each property benefits from energy-efficient and sustainable technologies including solar panels.

Alongside the New Energies division, Barratt David Wilson Homes (Southampton) appointed HBS Mechanical to deliver the plumbing and heating package for 91 properties at Oakhill Gardens. Our project team completed all 1st, 2nd and final plumbing and heating system installations to a high quality standard in line with production targets.

Summary of new build solar PV services

  • We managed the design, supply and installation of roof integrated solar PV systems across multiple house types and bungalows. The contracted works completed by our installation team covered all aspects of roofing, electrical connection and system commissioning.  
  • HBS in-house design team engineered a best value solution that met the performance and budgetary requirements, whilst ensuring the scheme achieved the overall 20% reduction in carbon emissions through on-site renewable generation. .
  • Our dedicated project team remained flexible and responsive during the build programme, completing staged new build solar installations to the highest standards in line with production targets.
  • Now complete the 92.7 kWp new build solar PV scheme at Oakhill Gardens will reduce carbon emission by up to 33 tonnes per year and provide a clean, reliable zero carbon energy source that will help to significantly lower energy bills for homeowners.

 

    No. of plots 91    
    System size  0.5-2 kWp    
    Scheme size 92.7 kWp     
    Annual CO2 savings  33 t    
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