Project Overview
Genfit completed a rooftop Solar PV installation at Honeypot Lane Health Centre for Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH).
The project involved the installation of a 23 kWp Solar PV system, designed to generate clean renewable electricity directly on site and help reduce the health centre’s reliance on grid-supplied energy.
With 46 solar panels installed across the rooftop, the system is expected to generate approximately 18.76 MWh of renewable electricity each year, supporting the site’s day-to-day energy demand while contributing to CLCH’s wider sustainability goals.
The installation is estimated to save around 3.63 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, equivalent to approximately 167 trees planted, helping reduce the environmental impact of the building and support a lower-carbon healthcare estate.
Project Details
System Design & Technology
The installation utilises a SolarEdge commercial PV system, selected for its module-level optimisation, detailed monitoring and enhanced safety features.
1 × SolarEdge SE20K three-phase inverter provides efficient conversion of the solar energy generated on site.
46 × SolarEdge S500 power optimisers help maximise the performance of each individual solar panel across the array.
46 × DMEGC 500W solar panels make up the 23 kWp rooftop system, providing clean renewable electricity for the health centre.
Advanced SolarEdge monitoring and safety features provide real-time system performance data, module-level visibility and automatic voltage reduction.
DMEGC Magnetic Co. Ltd., DM500M10RT-B60HBT × 46
- Bifacial Design: Generates energy from both sides of the module.
- Glass / Glass Construction: Durable design with strong fire performance.
- Excellent Low-Light Performance: Maintains generation in weaker light conditions.
- Low Temperature Coefficient: Helps maintain output in warmer weather.
- High Efficiency: Designed for strong commercial Solar PV performance.
- Long-Term Warranty: Backed by comprehensive product and performance warranties.
- Certified Quality: Manufactured to recognised international standards.
Module Specifications:
- Power: 500W
- Module Type: Bifacial, glass / glass
- Quantity: 46
- Total DC Capacity: 23 kWp
SolarEdge SE20K Inverter × 1
- 20kW Three-Phase Inverter: Designed for commercial Solar PV systems.
- High Efficiency: Converts DC solar energy into usable AC electricity.
- SolarEdge Optimiser Compatible: Works with power optimisers for improved system performance.
- Advanced Monitoring: Provides detailed system and performance data.
- Enhanced Safety: Supports SolarEdge safety features and automatic voltage reduction.
- Commercial Design: Suitable for larger rooftop Solar PV installations.
Inverter Specifications:
- Rated AC Power: 20kW
- Phase: Three-phase
- Quantity: 1
- System: SolarEdge commercial PV
SolarEdge S500 Power Optimiser × 46
- Module-Level Optimisation: Helps each solar panel operate at its best.
- 500W Input Rating: Suitable for the 500W modules used on the system.
- Improved Energy Yield: Reduces the impact of mismatch and partial shading.
- Module-Level Monitoring: Provides detailed performance data for each panel.
- Enhanced Safety: Supports SolarEdge SafeDC™ automatic voltage reduction.
- Commercial & Residential Use: Designed for reliable long-term PV operation.
Optimiser Specifications:
- Model: S500
- Quantity: 46
- Maximum Input Power: 500W
- Maximum Input Current: 15A
Project Planning & Preparation
Delivering the 23 kWp Solar PV installation at Honeypot Lane Health Centre required careful planning, coordination and safety management to ensure the works were completed safely within a live healthcare environment.
Planning & Safety
Works planned around a live healthcare site
Detailed RAMS and site coordination
Careful programme management
Safety Management
Safe roof access arrangements
Working-at-height controls
Ongoing site safety management
Engineering
Rooftop layout and structural assessment
SolarEdge system design
Electrical and DNO coordination
Delivery
46 solar panels installed
Materials and access carefully coordinated
Full testing and commissioning completed
Environmental Impact
- 4 Tonnes CO₂ Emissions Avoided
- 167 Equivalent Environmental Benefit
Installation & Description of Works
A 23 kWp rooftop Solar PV system designed, installed and commissioned at Honeypot Lane Health Centre for CLCH, with the works carefully coordinated around a live healthcare environment.
Solar PV Array
46 × DMEGC 500W solar modules installed across the rooftop to generate clean renewable electricity on site.
Electrical Infrastructure
1 × SolarEdge SE20K three-phase inverter installed with new DC/AC cabling and associated electrical connections.
Monitoring & Safety
46 × SolarEdge S500 power optimisers provide module-level optimisation, detailed monitoring and enhanced system safety.
Testing & Compliance
Full testing and commissioning completed in line with BS 7671, SolarEdge, DNO and relevant site requirements.
Delivering the Solar PV installation at Honeypot Lane Health Centre was another great project for the team. Working within a live healthcare environment required careful planning and coordination throughout. The finished system will help the site generate more of its own renewable electricity, reduce carbon emissions and support CLCH’s wider sustainability goals.
– Dave Houston
Director, Genfit
