United Foods Cash & Carry
From humble roots & powerhouse suppliers
A sustainable and prosperous future
A family business established in 1982 as a small grocery store. Today they supply countless restaurants and fast food chains all over the Yorkshire and Lancashire area with a large range of wholesale produce from their £3million store, which opened in the Spring of 2018.
Keen to make the business sustainable and green for the future, United Foods opted for the Free-Fit Solar Lease & Power Purchase agreement for the business. The 190kW Solar PV system will save the business over £6,400 and 73 Tonnes of CO2 a year, without having to lay out any capital
Brief Analysis
Introduction:
United Foods Cash and Carry, a leading wholesale food distributor, recognized the need to adopt sustainable practices and reduce operational costs. In alignment with their commitment to environmental responsibility, United Foods sought to harness the power of solar energy. This case study explores how our solar panel installation services, tailored quotations, and meticulous attention to requirements contributed to United Foods’ successful transition to renewable energy.
Client’s Objectives:
- Sustainability Goals: United Foods aimed to reduce its carbon footprint and embrace eco-friendly practices.
- Operational Cost Reduction: The client sought ways to minimize energy expenses and enhance long-term cost-efficiency.
- Regulatory Compliance: Compliance with environmental regulations and initiatives played a crucial role in their decision-making process.
Our Solar Panel Solution:
- Customized Quotation: Understanding the unique energy needs of United Foods, we conducted a thorough assessment to design a customized solar panel system. The quotation provided a transparent breakdown of costs, potential savings, and return on investment, aligning with the client’s budgetary considerations and sustainability objectives.
- Meeting Regulatory Standards: Our team ensured that the proposed solar panel installation met all relevant regulatory standards and environmental requirements. Compliance with local and national regulations was integral to guaranteeing the longevity and legality of the solar energy solution.
- Tailored System Design: We developed a solar panel system tailored to the specific energy demands of United Foods. This involved analyzing historical energy consumption data and considering future growth projections to design a system that would not only meet their current needs but also scale with their business.
Installation Process:
- Seamless Implementation: Our experienced team executed the solar panel installation with precision and efficiency, minimizing disruptions to United Foods’ daily operations. The installation process was planned to ensure minimal downtime and a swift transition to solar energy.
- Quality Assurance: Rigorous quality checks were implemented throughout the installation to guarantee the efficiency and durability of the solar panel system. The installed panels were chosen from reputable manufacturers and met industry standards for optimal performance.
Results and Benefits:
- Reduced Energy Costs: The solar panel installation resulted in a significant reduction in United Foods’ energy costs. The shift to solar energy contributed to long-term savings, positively impacting the company’s bottom line.
- Environmental Impact: United Foods successfully reduced its carbon footprint and demonstrated a commitment to sustainable business practices. The solar panel system generated clean energy, aligning with the client’s environmental and corporate social responsibility goals.
- Financial Returns: The return on investment exceeded initial projections, showcasing the financial viability of the solar energy solution. United Foods experienced a steady flow of financial returns through reduced electricity bills and government incentives.
