The sun will soon power London Distillers’ plant in Athi River. International solar company Solarcentury is to install a 1MWp roof solar system that will generate enough solar electricity to power the whole building during daylight hours.
By offsetting the need for grid energy, the system will enable London Distillers to save Sh18 million per year for at least the next 25 years, the lifetime of the system.Solarcentury will design and install a solar hybrid system that will operate in parallel with the grid, or the diesel generator if the grid fails. Reducing its reliance on diesel and grid energy will significantly cut London Distillers’ energy spend, and offset 335 tonnes of CO₂ every year.
The cost of the system will be paid for in six years after which London Distillers will then enjoy free solar electricity for the lifetime of the plant.
“We worked with Solarcentury to review our long-term energy needs, and help us understand the most effective solar solution for our company. Being able to power the whole building using solar electricity during the day is very impressive – we’re saving money and helping the environment,” said Mohan Galot,
Chairman of London Distillers comments,Solarcentury’s team of ten, all based locally in the Nairobi office, will be involved in the development and delivery of the project, with support from the engineering and project management team in the London HQ.
