A COMMERCIAL CASE STUDY
Solar PV and battery storage helping a leading removals company reduce energy costs
Simon Hall Ltd, one of Worcestershire’s leading removals, storage and shipping companies, wanted to reduce rising electricity costs while making its business more resilient and sustainable.
Stratford Energy Solutions designed and installed a 50.4kWp commercial solar PV system, integrated with battery storage, enabling the business to generate renewable electricity on-site and store surplus energy for use when demand is highest.
Since commissioning, the system has generated more than 309MWh of clean electricity, helping Simon Hall Ltd reduce operating costs, improve energy independence and avoid almost 60 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
Project at a glance
| Location | Worcester |
| Client | Simon Hall Ltd |
| Industry | Removals, Storage & Shipping |
| Solar Capacity | 50.4kWp |
| Solar Panels | 144 × SunPower Maxeon 2 (350W) |
| Battery Storage | Tesla Powerwall 2 |
| Total Generation | 309.61MWh |
| Carbon Savings | 59,888kg CO₂ |
| Estimated Payback | 8 years |
The challenge
With increasing energy costs and growing sustainability commitments, Simon Hall Ltd wanted to invest in infrastructure that would deliver long-term value.
The business needed a solution that would:
- Reduce reliance on grid electricity
- Lower long-term operating costs
- Improve energy resilience
- Cut carbon emissions
- Deliver a predictable return on investment
To maximise the value of the solar installation, the client also wanted to store excess electricity generated during the day for use during periods of higher demand.
Our solution
Following a detailed site assessment, Stratford Energy designed and installed a bespoke commercial renewable energy system comprising:
- 144 SunPower Maxeon 2 solar panels
- 50.4kWp rooftop solar PV system
- Tesla Powerwall 2 battery storage
- Full system design, installation and commissioning
Delivered between April 2019 and January 2020, the project was carefully planned to minimise disruption while ensuring the business could continue operating throughout the installation.
By integrating battery storage with solar PV, the system captures surplus electricity that would otherwise be exported, allowing Simon Hall Ltd to maximise self-consumption and reduce imported energy.
Results
Over 309MWh of renewable electricity generated
Since becoming operational, the system has produced more than 309.61MWh of clean electricity, significantly reducing the company’s dependence on purchased grid energy.
Lower operating costs
Generating and storing electricity on-site helps Simon Hall Ltd offset a substantial proportion of its energy consumption, improving long-term cost certainty and reducing exposure to energy price volatility.
Greater energy resilience
Battery storage enables excess solar generation to be used when it’s needed most, improving self-consumption and making better use of every unit of renewable electricity generated.
Reduced carbon emissions
The installation has already prevented 59,888kg of CO₂ emissions (equivalent to planting approximately 3,623 trees) supporting the company’s sustainability ambitions.
Strong financial return
With an estimated eight-year payback period, the system is expected to deliver decades of low-cost renewable electricity beyond the initial investment.
Why this project matters
Simon Hall Ltd demonstrates how combining commercial solar PV with battery storage can unlock greater value than solar alone.
Rather than exporting surplus electricity, battery storage enables businesses to retain and use more of the energy they generate. For organisations with consistent daytime operations, this can reduce electricity costs, improve resilience and create a more flexible energy strategy for the future.
Key outcomes
- 50.4kWp commercial solar PV installation
- Integrated battery storage system
- Over 309MWh of renewable electricity generated
- Nearly 60 tonnes of CO₂ emissions avoided
- Eight-year projected payback
- Reduced reliance on grid electricity
- Improved long-term energy resilience
Looking to reduce energy costs with commercial solar?
Whether you operate a logistics business, warehouse, manufacturing facility or commercial premises, Stratford Energy Solutions designs integrated solar PV and battery storage systems that help organisations reduce operating costs, improve resilience and achieve their sustainability goals.
Speak to our commercial renewable energy team to discuss your project.
