Sweeneys SuperValu Case Study
Overview
- Technology: 67.5kw Solar PV system
- Client: Sweeneys SuperValu
- Project: Reduce energy costs and generate approximately 25% of energy usage
- Location: Achill, Mayo
Sweeneys Supervalu is situated on the Wild Atlantic Way at the beautifully scenic Achill sound in County Mayo. Serving the local community all year round Sweeneys also serves the many tourists that visit the area in the summer and provides for all of their needs
Paul Flynn from Alternative Energy Ireland (AEI) met with the Ger Sweeney and following a detailed analysis of their requirements proposed a 67.5kw system to both Ger and the Musgraves group which would significantly reduce their energy costs and generate approximately 25% of their energy usage. As Irelands only company able to offer an output guarantee they were delighted to have the reassurance that their investment would return the 32% that had been promised.
Furthermore, and importantly, Sweeneys SuperValu will also save 16T of CO2 emissions per annum.
The Issue
Ger Sweeney was looking at energy upgrades to his building to become more efficient and to reduce his energy bills.
The Solution
Alternative Energy Ireland installed a 67.5kw single branded Autarco solar PV system comprising of 150 highly efficient panels.
The Benefits
- 3-year payback
- 32% ROI
- 16 tonnes CO2 reduction
- Savings guaranteed
“Having gone through an intensive research process we found that Alternative Energy Ireland stood out for us. Their Autarco product is a complete solar PV system from one provider meaning a complete solution from one source. To add to this, the panels are Tier 1 rated meaning they are of the highest quality, performance and reliability.”
– Ger Sweeney