Works will begin in 2026 to progress Hull City Council’s Solar PV Phase 1 project after entering into contract with Sewell Construction Ltd.
A total of 12 public sector buildings will be subject to the installation of rooftop solar panels.
Solar PV Phase 1 is estimated to deliver a carbon saving of around 220 tonnes annually, helping to meet the council’s carbon neutral targets.
It is also anticipated to deliver up to £180k annual energy savings, whilst the project also boasts more than £1.5m of social economic value through use of local contractors, as well as apprenticeship and learning opportunities.
Of the 12 sites, three – Stockholm Road Depot, Ings Customer Service Centre/Library and The Lemon Tree Children’s Centre – are set to benefit from £350,000 of Mayoral Renewables Funding.
This government grant scheme aimed at supporting Mayoral Strategic Authorities in developing renewable energy projects in their localities and means the payback period for the council decreases significantly by up to five years.
Works are due to last around six months and will take place at the following locations:
• Stockholm Road Depot (Mayoral Renewables location)
• Ings Library/ Resource Centre (Mayoral Renewables location)
• Lemon Tree Children’s Centre (Mayoral Renewables location)
• McMillan Children’s Centre South Building
• McMillan Children’s Centre Main Building
• Park View High Dependency Unit
• Marfleet Children’s Centre
• Bespoke Centre
• 49 Kinloss Garth
• Acorns Children’s Centre
• Hull & East Riding Museum
• Woodford Leisure Centre
Cllr Charles Quinn, the council’s portfolio holder for the environment, said: “These works will contribute directly to the council’s Hull 2030 Carbon Neutral Strategy and reaffirms its commitment to tackling climate change.
“It is pleasing that the council has been able to partner with a reputable local business such as Sewell Construction to carry out the works.”
Chris Soper, joint managing director of Sewell Construction, added: “We’re delighted to support Hull City Council in their journey to become carbon neutral by 2030.
“This project brings together key local partners to help deliver decarbonisation measures, at pace and scale, and also establishes Hull’s leading capabilities as a digitally connected city with innovative solutions to monitor and maintain the council’s assets.”