Supporting BREEAM Excellent ambitions

Step Energy has played a key role in the ongoing redevelopment of Itchen College in Southampton, supporting the project’s ambition to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating.

The new teaching and sports building replaces five inefficient temporary classrooms and provides modern, energy-efficient learning space. A central feature of the development is a 64-panel solar PV array designed and installed by Step Energy. The system is expected to generate 27.17 MWh of clean electricity each year, cutting CO₂ emissions by 5.25 tonnes annually while reducing long-term energy costs for the college.

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Long-term energy savings

The new solar PV system at Itchen College is projected to deliver substantial financial and environmental benefits, including:

  • Estimated monthly bill savings: £433.24
  • Lifetime energy bill savings: £161,567+
  • System payback period: 4.9 years
  • Annual CO₂ reduction: 5,250 kg

Sustainable construction in education

This project highlights Step Energy’s expertise in delivering renewable energy solutions for education buildings, combining solar PV design, installation, and aftercare to support both carbon reduction and cost savings. By integrating seamlessly with the construction programme, Step Energy has provided a system that will help Itchen College meet its BREEAM Excellent rating while supporting the UK’s wider sustainability and decarbonisation targets.

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