First Project Prometheus solar installation formally opened up

• The British Army's initial Project Prometheus solar farm has actually been formally opened by the minister for defence procurement, Jeremy Quin.

The 2.3 MW site based at The Defence Institution of Transport (DST), Leconfield, was mounted earlier this year as well as is the very first of four pilot sites to open up. It has been established by Centrica, as well as is made up of over 4,000 solar panels as well as periods around four hectares.

It is anticipated to reduce electrical power costs by a third every year at DST, with the renewable power used for holiday accommodation, workplaces, hangars, class and also the gym at the site.

" Today marks a crucial landmark in sustainability across Defence," claimed Quin. "I was delighted to open up the British Army's initial solar farm which will certainly play an important role in minimizing emissions."

The DST installation creates part of the British Army's ₤ 200 million Project Prometheus financial investment. It was introduced back in 2019, with Public Power Solutions outlining plans to construct a 1.4 MWp subsidy-free solar farm at the Duke of Gloucester Barracks in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence the exact same year.

Project Prometheus is anticipated to conserve an approximated ₤ 152 million over 10 years, as well as helping the larger net no target in the UK.

" Our first functional solar farm at Leconfield notes a vital turning point in the Army's go-green program; it showcases our firm commitment to deal with the results of environment adjustment, using renewable resource to power our estate," stated supervisor of basing as well as infrastructure, Major General David Southall.

" Leconfield is the initial of four pilot websites to open this year; each builds on our expertise and know-how, allowing us to upscale and supply a total amount of 80 solar farms across the Army Estate within the decade; we remain to Think Big - Start Small - Scale Fast."

Structure service a brand-new solar farm as part of Prometheus at the Duke of Gloucester Barracks, South Cerney, was started by 3ti in June.