Net Zero at Ruxley
Solar Panels & Battery Project
The Church of England and the Methodist Church have both committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in the coming years, with their respective plans focusing on reducing environmental impact through sustainable practices.
Solar Panels
We have increased the number of solar panels on the fan shaped Worship Hall roof. Any excess energy collected is either saved in our new storage batteries or exported back to the grid.
Battery storage
We now have batteries to store excess electricity, to be used later in the day, so as not to import electricity from the grid. We will also be able to store the excess electricity from our existing solar system. On forecasted dull days we have the possibility of purchasing cheap electricity during the night to charge the battery and then use the stored electricity during the day, thus saving money on buying daytime electricity. These are outside the building near the rear car park.
The performance of the system can be controlled and monitored by a phone app.
For further details please contact Chris, Malcolm or Jenny or email me (Chris Meineck - Treasurer)