Bloom Brixton

Igen partnered with MCS Group to design and install an 85 kWp solar PV system at Bloom Brixton — a purpose-built, multi-tenanted industrial estate developed by Bloom Developments.

Located on Brixton Hill, the 35,417 sq ft ultra-urban scheme replaces a number of outdated industrial units with a modern, energy-efficient development comprising five two-storey units. Each unit offers flexible operational space across ground and first floors, goods lift access, and two self-contained yards.

Designed with ESG principles and employee wellbeing at its core, Bloom Brixton achieved BREEAM Excellent status, setting a new benchmark for sustainable, high-performance urban industrial design.

The Challenge

 

Bloom Developments’ vision was to create a next-generation industrial estate that combined operational flexibility with outstanding environmental performance.

The project required the seamless integration of renewable energy systems within a compact, multi-storey urban site, with the aim of reducing operational carbon emissions and supporting BREEAM Excellent certification.

Igen was tasked with delivering a system that maximised solar output within limited roof space while coordinating installation around a tight construction programme and complex site logistics typical of central London developments.

The Solution

 

Igen engineered and installed an 85 kWp rooftop solar PV system across the five units at Bloom Brixton, designed to generate around 76,000 kWh of renewable electricity per year.

The system comprises high-efficiency LONGi solar panels paired with reliable Solis inverters, ensuring long-term performance and optimal energy yield. Each array was tailored to the individual roof structure and orientation, maximising energy generation potential while maintaining a clean, integrated aesthetic.

Working closely with MCS and Bloom Developments, Igen coordinated design and delivery to align with the main construction schedule — achieving on-time completion without disruption to other trades.

The solar PV system forms a key component of Bloom Brixton’s sustainability strategy, alongside:

• Energy-efficient building fabric and low air permeability design

• Electric vehicle charging infrastructure

• Maximised natural daylight and ventilation for occupant wellbeing

• Sustainable materials and low-impact construction practices

• Integration of renewable on-site power generation

The Results

 

System capacity: 85 kWp
Annual generation: 76,000 kWh
Number of panels: LONGi high-efficiency modules
Inverter technology: Solis inverters
Number of PV systems installed: 5 (across multi-storey units)
Sustainability credentials: BREEAM Excellent
Environmental benefits: Reduced carbon emissions and lower operational energy costs

The installation now produces over 76,000 kWh of clean electricity annually, offsetting a significant portion of the site’s energy demand and supporting occupiers in reducing their operational carbon footprint.

The Impact

 

Bloom Brixton demonstrates how renewable energy integration can be successfully achieved within dense, space-constrained urban industrial developments.

Igen’s solar installation has played a central role in enabling MCS and Bloom Developments to deliver a future-ready estate that aligns with both net-zero objectives and modern occupier expectations for sustainability, flexibility, and efficiency.

By combining intelligent design, high-performance technology, and close coordination with the construction team, Igen has once again proven its capability in delivering complex, high-quality solar PV systems that drive environmental and commercial value across the UK’s industrial and logistics sectors.