Vital Energi has successfully completed a landmark £1.5 million roof-mounted solar project at Glasgow's historic Kelvin Hall. The project for Glasgow City Council, featuring over 1,000 solar panels, is a key part of the city's climate action strategy to significantly reduce carbon emissions.

The new solar installation is expected to supply approximately 20% of the building's annual electricity needs and generate £182,000 in electricity savings each year. The project is one of a series of installations, which includes seven smaller solar arrays at various Glasgow schools and daycare centres, collectively supporting the city's journey toward net-zero emissions.

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Beyond its environmental impact, the project has delivered significant community benefits, including educational initiatives and employment opportunities. Glasgow-based contractor, Versatile, was engaged for the installation, supporting jobs in the city's East End. Vital Energi also ran its Climate Education Programme for local schools and provided raised plant beds for community gardens at the daycare centres involved in the wider scheme.

The solar project was 50% funded by Salix Finance, with Glasgow City Council providing the remaining investment. The company has delivered 46 renewable energy installation projects to date across Scotland, including the landmark Queens Quay Heat Pump scheme in West Dunbartonshire.