Zephyr Park
Case Study
Project Size:
636kWp
Energy Produced:
542,000kWh
per annum
Payback Period:
3.2 years
Project Size:
636kWp
Energy Produced:
542,000kWh
per annum
Payback Period:
3.2 years
Igen designed and installed 14 solar PV systems totalling 636 kWp at the Zephyr Park development in Dagenham. Located on Rainham Road South at the former Rexel site, Zephyr Park is a new industrial and warehouse scheme designed to deliver high-quality, energy-efficient units for modern occupiers. Chancerygate’s focus on sustainability and low operational costs drove the inclusion of advanced renewable energy technology, with Igen’s solar installation playing a key role in achieving the development’s environmental targets.
The Challenge
Chancerygate’s brief was to integrate renewable energy across multiple units within the Zephyr Park scheme, ensuring each one benefitted from reduced energy consumption and carbon emissions. The project required the delivery of 14 individual PV systems, coordinated across different building types and construction stages, without impacting the main build schedule.
The solar installations needed to align with Chancerygate’s sustainability framework, targeting BREEAM Excellent certification while contributing to reduced occupational costs for future tenants.
The Solution
Igen’s engineering team designed and installed a combined 636 kWp system, comprising 1,514 high-performance solar panels strategically distributed across the 14 units. The system is expected to generate approximately 571,000 kWh of renewable electricity per year, providing a significant portion of the site’s total energy demand.
Each installation was engineered to integrate seamlessly with the building fabric and construction programme, ensuring efficient delivery and consistent performance across the development. The PV systems form part of a broader suite of green initiatives employed at Zephyr Park, including:
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Low air permeability design to minimise heat loss
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Electric vehicle charging points for sustainable transport
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Air source heat pumps for efficient heating
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15% roof lights to maximise natural daylight
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Photovoltaic panels for renewable on-site power generation
The Results
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Total system capacity: 636 kWp
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Number of panels: 1,514
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Annual generation: 571,000 kWh
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Number of PV systems installed: 14
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Sustainability credentials: BREEAM Excellent target
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Environmental benefit: Reduced carbon emissions and lower energy costs for tenants
The combined systems now generate over half a million kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually, helping Chancerygate deliver a sustainable and cost-efficient industrial estate that aligns with modern environmental standards.
The Impact
The Zephyr Park project highlights Chancerygate’s leadership in sustainable industrial development and Igen’s expertise in delivering multi-unit, large-scale solar PV installations. By integrating renewable technology from the outset, Zephyr Park not only reduces operational carbon emissions but also enhances long-term value for tenants through lower energy costs and improved building performance. This project reinforces Igen’s position as a trusted partner in supporting developers, contractors, and occupiers in achieving their sustainability and net-zero goals across the UK’s logistics and industrial sectors.
Rhys Davies, Director, Cudd Bentley
“Working with Igen on the Zephyr Park development in Dagenham has been an excellent experience from start to finish. Their team demonstrated exceptional technical knowledge and professionalism in delivering 14 high-quality solar PV systems across the site, with a combined capacity of 636 kWp.
The coordination and collaboration between Igen, Cudd Bentley Consulting, and the wider project team were seamless, ensuring the renewable energy installations were integrated efficiently within a complex construction programme. Igen’s proactive approach, clear communication, and attention to detail helped ensure the systems met Chancerygate’s sustainability targets, supporting the development’s ambition to achieve BREEAM Excellent rating.
The result is a robust, well-engineered solar solution that makes a genuine contribution to Zephyr Park’s overall energy performance and environmental credentials. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Igen on future sustainable developments.”