Manchester City Council, GB progresses toward emissions goal with Wythenshawe Forum solar project

Manchester City Council, GB Wythenshawe Forum Solar Project

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The community venue features a rooftop solar installation that cuts energy costs by £50,000 per year. The installation paired with a LED light conversion project reduces energy consumption by 70 percent and annual emissions by 121 tons. Manchester City Council is completing similar projects at eight other facilities that will reduce emissions by 1,600 tons per year. Wythenshaw Forum and future solar projects help the city reach the goal of carbon-free operations by 2038.

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Wythenshawe Forum goes solar as carbon reduction plan moves forward - About Manchester

Wythenshawe Forum is now powered by solar electricity, with the installation of a new photovoltaic array on the building’s roof completed. New carbon-saving features for the popular community hub are set to reduce carbon emissions by 121 tonnes per year, while also saving more than £50,000 in energy costs annually. To complement the solar array, …

Wythenshawe Forum goes solar as carbon reduction plan moves forward | Manchester City Council

Wythenshawe Forum goes solar as carbon reduction plan moves forward - Wythenshawe Forum is now powered by solar electricity, with the installation of a new photovoltaic array on the building’s roof completed.

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