Lidl Distribution Centre

Overview

Project: Lidl Distribution Centre, Newbridge
Client: Enerpower & Lidl
Objective: Reduce the facility's carbon output by approximately 473 tonnes annually
Service Provided: Source, procure and supply a large rooftop solar PV infrastructure, including mounting, inverters and associated electrical system

Results

Efficient installation of 4,200+ panels, Ireland's largest PV installation at the time
Over 25% of the building's energy requirements generated by solar power
Estimated CO2 savings of 473 tonnes per year, equivalent to the energy use of 240 homes

The Project

Lidl required a large rooftop solar system for its new distribution centre. The system needed to support more than 4,200 panels, provide a secure mounting solution and use high-efficiency inverters to meet Lidl’s energy, carbon and cost targets.

Enerpower led the Solar PV installation from start to finish and engaged Kellihers Renewables division to advise and act as their supplier and technical partner, sourcing top quality solar products. Kellihers Waterford provided the mounting, inverters and cables.

Highlights include:

Procurement of premium components via Kellihers to ensure long-term reliability.
Installation of Van der Valk’s ValkPro+ East/West flat-roof mounting to support the full array and optimise daily generation.
Supply of SMA Tripower inverters and an SMA Inverter Manager for efficient conversion and control.
Bespoke rooftop inverter mounting framework tailored to the site’s structure.
Provided full electrical works: cabling, switchgear and containment.