York Minster is one of the UK's most recognizable landmarks. To tackle the challenges of climate change and reduce the cathedral'scarbon footprint, the Chapter of York Minster has decided to install a solar system on the roof of the iconic building
The 184 long-life Solarwatt 'Panel vision' solar panels on the roof of the South Quire will generate almost 70,000 kilowatt hours of clean solar energy per year, enough to power around 40 average households in England. This is equivalent to around a third of York Minster's energy consumption and will reduce the church's annualCO2 emissions by 13 tons. The solar installation is part of a wider plan by the Chapter of York Minster to convert the cathedral to renewable energy and make it fit for the future.
The highly efficient double-glazed Solarwatt Panel vision modules installed on site are characterized by a very lowCO2 footprint. This is 50% lower than that of standard market modules. Other reasons for York Minster's decision in favor of the modules were durability, performance and safety. The Solarwatt modules meet the required safety standards of the highest fire rating (IEC Class A), making them ideal for use on a centuries-old cathedral roof. They are also designed to withstand extreme weather conditions and mechanical stress without any problems.
