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Talbot House School – Solar Installation

4kW Solar PV System with Fox ESS 3-Phase Inverter

Sustainable Energy Engineering Ltd installed a 4kW commercial solar PV system for Talbot House School, designed to reduce operational energy costs and support long-term sustainability goals.

The system features high-efficiency JA Solar 500W panels, a 3-phase Fox ESS T10 inverter, and advanced safety components including firefighter AC shutoff, DC disconnects, and armoured cable distribution to ensure full compliance for an educational environment.

Technical Information:

Solar Panel Brand & Model:JA Solar 500W DeepBlue
Number of Panels:8 (4kW total)
Inverter:Fox ESS T10 (10–11kW 3-Phase Inverter)
Mounting System:Van Der Valk Flat Roof Mounting Kit
Additional Components:3-Phase AC Isolator, 3-Phase Generation Meter, Firefighter AC Switch, DFS-14 DC Disconnect, Armoured Cable


Installation Data

Installed Capacity4 kWp
Panel Azimuth30°
Inclination20°
Estimated Annual Output3,380 kWh
Annual Electricity Use (Assumed)95,124 kWh
Self-Consumption (PV Only)3,380 kWh
Self-Sufficiency (PV Only)4%


Utility Cost Savings

Average Monthly Bill (Before Solar)£2,000.00
Average Monthly Bill (With Solar)£1,929.67
Average Annual Bill (Before Solar)£24,000.00
Average Annual Bill (With Solar)£23,156.00
Estimated Annual Savings£844.00


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