The Co-op is one of the UK’s biggest food retailers and has over 2,500 food stores across the country. The initiative is part of the Co-op Group commitment to become a net-zero business.
Working alongside delivery partner Sol PV, Shawton Energy will design, develop, fund, and manage rooftop solar PV systems at key Co-op locations through its Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) model.
This approach allows Co-op, one of the UK’s largest retailers in the UK, to benefit from clean onsite energy generation without the need for upfront capital investment.
Jamie Shaw, CEO of Shawton Energy, said, “The Co-op has a robust Climate Plan with both short-term and long-term objectives to reduce its emissions and become more sustainable.
“By generating their own renewable energy on site, and with Shawton Energy’s support, the Co-op will benefit from greater environmental efficiencies and protection against energy market volatility.
“We are incredibly proud to be supporting the Co-op on this project, and this appointment further reinforces our expertise in delivering corporate renewable energy solutions.”
Tony Waite, CEO of Sol PV Group, added, “We are thrilled to be partnering with Shawton Energy to deliver this ambitious solar PV rollout for Co-op Group.
“This collaboration underscores our commitment to supporting businesses in their transition to sustainable energy solutions. By leveraging our expertise in large-scale commercial PV installations, we aim to help The Co-op Group drive down carbon emissions and reduce energy costs across their estate. This is a fantastic step towards a greener, more resilient future for UK retail.”
Shaw concluded, “Securing a place on the Co-op framework is a fantastic opportunity for Shawton Energy, expanding our client base and continuing to solidify our trusted position in completing high-quality, large-scale solar portfolio rollouts.”
