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Penryn Campus

Falmouth Exeter Plus (FX Plus) manages and delivers services at Falmouth, Penryn and Truro Campuses on behalf of Falmouth University and the University of Exeter.

SYSTEM SIZE

1MWp Solar| 1MWp Wind |10kWth Air Source

Energy GeneratED

Power 3500MWh/ year, Heat 200MWh/year

Carbon Reduction

700Tonnes/year

Annual ROI

Power 12%| Heat n/a

Aerial view of Penryn Campus showing solar panels on the rooftop and surrounding academic buildings.

About Penryn Campus

Falmouth Exeter Plus (FX Plus) delivers shared services for Falmouth University and the University of Exeter in Cornwall. The Penryn Campus is a modern, purpose‑built university site developed from 2000 onwards. Today it hosts around 6,000 students across contemporary academic buildings and award‑winning landscaped grounds.

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What was their goal?

Penryn Campus took a long-term strategic approach to reduce carbon emissions, cut energy costs, and transition the site toward Net Zero by deploying a multi‑technology decarbonisation approach combining solar PV, wind generation, commercial and residential heat pumps, and modern grid‑management systems.

How did we help?

ZLC Energy have evaluated their energy and carbon footprint and worked with FX Plus to develop and deploy a strategy of Rooftop Solar PV, whilst managing their complicated grid connection via a High Voltage Export Limitation Scheme. We have developed a wind turbine project to provide more clean power to the campus.

We have successfully tendered and delivered a range of Heat Pump pilot projects across the Academic and Residential estate to provide proof of concept prior to wider deployment. We provide aftercare to ensure all our installations deliver their planned benefits into the future.

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Key Features

  • 1 MWp Solar PV & 1 MW Wind Turbine
  • 160kWth Commercial Air Source Heat Pump
  • 20kWth Residential Air Source Heat Pump
  • Solar PV controlled by HV Export Limitation
  • Wind & Air Source
  • Long term strategic deployment and aftercare 2019.
  • Payback within 8 years
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Client testimonials

ZLC Energy have proved themselves to be a very reliable partner, working with us since 2019 to define, install, and maintain our renewable energy installations.

Chris Piper

Director of Estates FX Plus

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  • Solar PV

    Solar is one of the most popular and effective ways for businesses to reduce costs and carbon emissions. We design and install commercial solar PV systems tailored to your site and energy goals, helping you generate clean, reliable power and become more energy independent, all with honest advice and quality workmanship.

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  • Heat Pumps

    We help organisations heat their buildings efficiently with air and ground source heat pumps. Designed for comfort, performance, and long-term savings, our systems provide low-carbon heating for commercial, industrial, and public sector spaces.

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  • Wind Solutions

    We turn the UK’s natural wind resource into a dependable, long-term energy asset. From feasibility and design through to installation and aftercare, our commercial wind systems help businesses generate clean electricity and reduce reliance on the grid.

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  • Battery Storage

    We design smart battery storage systems that give your business greater control over its energy. Store excess power from solar or wind, reduce grid dependency, and protect your operations from rising costs, all with a future-ready solution built for resilience and reliability.

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