Introduction
Bartlett Business Park provides secure, modern industrial facilities tailored to a wide range of businesses. The site comprises 16 flexible-use units ranging from 2,000 to 85,000 square feet, offering state-of-the-art warehousing, cold storage, and office spaces.
Industry
Property
Technology
Rooftop Solar PV
Location
Chatteris, Cambridgeshire
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The Motivation
In 2013, Bartlett Business Park installed what was then the largest privately-owned solar PV system in the UK. For over a decade, it delivered significant savings. However, the collapse of the original installer and a lack of structured maintenance led to system deterioration and underperformance. Despite sporadic repairs, it became clear that a trusted, long-term partner was needed to repower the system and restore its potential.
The Ineco Solution
Ineco Energy was chosen for our technical expertise, proven track record with large-scale systems, and commitment to delivering reliable, future-proof solutions. We carried out a full design-and-build service under tight timelines.
The new solar system, though smaller in footprint, delivers greater output thanks to high-efficiency modules. SolarEdge technology with module-level optimisation was installed to improve fault detection and performance monitoring. Roof remedial works were completed to safeguard the integrity of the roof structure, while permanent line access and skylight protection were introduced to ensure safe, ongoing maintenance.
In line with Bartlett’s sustainability values, all viable panels from the original system were repurposed for use in other projects, ensuring minimal waste. This upgrade has not only improved energy output but also reinforced Bartlett’s long-term environmental commitment.
The repowered solar PV system at Bartlett Business Park is now fully operational, delivering significantly improved performance, reliability, and long-term financial returns, projected to generate double-digit yields for decades to come.
Equipped with modern, high-efficiency modules and SolarEdge optimisation, the system produces more energy from a smaller footprint, reducing grid reliance and protecting against future electricity price volatility.
The installation will generate hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of clean, low-cost electricity each year, driving substantial operational savings. Bartlett Business Park also leveraged HMRC’s Annual Investment Allowance (AIA), reducing the capital cost by 25%.
Permanent access lines and skylight protection have been added to ensure safe, ongoing maintenance, safeguarding both system performance and investment value.
With energy prices remaining unpredictable, the upgraded solar PV system has become a cornerstone of Bartlett’s energy strategy, delivering financial resilience while supporting tenants with a cleaner, more affordable power source.
