Case Studies

Every project tells a story. From large commercial sites to community projects, our case studies demonstrate how ZLC Energy delivers practical, well-engineered renewable solutions that reduce costs, lower emissions, and strengthen energy resilience. Each system is designed to meet the unique requirements of its sector and site, balancing performance, sustainability, and long-term value.

China Fleet Country Club

Our project portfolio spans across the UK, covering everything from single-technology installations to complex, multi-site renewable systems.

Our work at The China Fleet Country Club highlights the diversity of our work, where technical precision, safety, and collaboration have delivered measurable cost and carbon savings for our clients.

Southwest specialists
covering the UK

Based in Cornwall, ZLC Energy has grown from a regional specialist into a trusted national provider of renewable energy systems.

Our in-house teams deliver projects across the UK, combining local knowledge with deep technical experience in design, installation, and maintenance.

Every project is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety, with clear communication from start to finish.

All projects

Trewithen Dairy

Cornish Dairy Farm invests in a commercial solar PV system that reduces its carbon emissions by 189 tonnes per year.

  • System Size: 750 kWp
  • Carbon Reduction: 189 tonnes/year
  • Annual ROI: 21%
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Trevarnon Farm

Cornish Farm invests in a solar PV system that delivers a strong 17.9% annual ROI, reduces carbon emissions, and cuts energy costs.

  • System Size: 50 kWp
  • Carbon Reduction: 25,000 kg/year
  • Payback: 6 Years
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“Trelya” The Lescudjack Centre

Cornwall Airport invests in a renewable energy system that saves 35,000kg of carbon every year as part of their 2030 decarbonisation plan.

  • System Size: 27 kWp
  • Carbon Reduction: 6,176kg/year
  • Annual ROI: 21%
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Trebah Garden

Reducing energy use by over 25,500 kg of CO₂ emissions per year, and supporting the garden’s long‑term sustainability goals in Cornwall. 

  • Energy Generated: 47,000 kWh/ year
  • Carbon Reduction: 25,500kg/year
  • Annual ROI: 17%
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Plymouth City Council

Plymouth City Council significantly reduce carbon emissions through a large-scale solar panel installation, supporting the council’s net-zero targets while delivering measurable CO₂ savings and long-term environmental impact.

  • System Size: 94kWp
  • Carbon Reduction: 42,480kg/year
  • Annual ROI: 21%
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East Hampshire District Council Offices

Solar PV and battery installation that delivers significant CO₂ savings, reduces energy costs, and boosts sustainability at their Petersfield offices.

  • System Size: 165 kWp
  • Carbon Reduction: 19,300kg/year
  • Energy Reduction: 146,770 kWh/year
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Cornwall Airport, Newquay

Cornwall Airport invests in a renewable energy system that saves 35,000kg of carbon every year as part of their 2030 decarbonisation plan.

  • System Size: 170 kWp
  • Carbon Reduction: 35,000kg/year
  • Annual ROI: 21%
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Mabe Community Primary School

10 kWp solar PV installation that generates 8,740 kWh/year, reduces carbon emissions by 5 tonnes annually, and is an eco‑educational resource.

  • System Size: 10 kWp
  • Payback: 6.5 years
  • Annual ROI: 15.7%
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Merchants Manor Hotel

Combined Heat & Power system and plant rooms to cut electricity costs, reduce carbon emissions by 59 t/year, and improve operational efficiency with minimal disruption.

  • System Size: 9kWp Electric & 20kWth Heat
  • Carbon Reduction: 59 Tonnes/year
  • Payback: 5 years
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