Energy Storage, Commercial, Solar  -  October 23, 2024

London Stadium Adds PV Rooftop Solution 

The iconic London Stadium that serves as a multi-sport venue will implement a thin film photovoltaic (PV) solution on its roof.

The installation is projected to generate approximately 0.85 million kWh of clean energy annually, contributing to the stadium's sustainability efforts to reach net zero carbon emissions.

Ameresco, Inc., a cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, announced the award of a contract valued at approximately £3.5 million, which includes comprehensive operations and maintenance (O&M) services for the duration of 25 years. It forms the vast majority of a £4.35m climate action investment at the stadium.

The London Stadium's membrane roof created challenges leading to an innovative approach: Energy generation would be restricted if conventional framed solar PV arrays were used due to weight restrictions, high wind loading and complex shading patterns. Ameresco's solution utilizes ultra-thin solar panels complemented by dynamic SolarEdge optimizers and inverters, meticulously designed to maximize energy generation levels while seamlessly integrating with the stadium's architectural constraints.

The London Stadium is renowned as the venue for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and now serves as the home of U.K. athletics, hosts concerts and Major League Baseball matches, and is home to West Ham United Football Club in the Premier League.

“We are committed to becoming one of the most sustainable live event venues in the world,” said Graham Gilmore, Chief Executive of LS185, in a statement. “This investment means that we can drive down our carbon footprint and become the venue of choice for artists and event owners who are serious about sustainability. This ambitious large-scale investment will reduce our energy costs, but most importantly our carbon footprint. We are proud to take the lead in tackling climate change, and especially pleased to be able to power concerts and other event days from energy generated on-site.”

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