SCJ Renewables powers Ramside Hall's sufficiency

A leading North East solar energy specialist has completed a significant project to advance Ramside Hall’s journey toward energy self-sufficiency.

Cramlington-based SCJ Renewables has installed 326 solar panels across Ramside Hall’s spa, reception and bedroom block as part of a £177,000 investment by Ramside Estates. The system is expected to generate 177,000 kWh annually, equivalent to lighting 2,095 streetlights in Durham City Centre for a year, while saving 83,000 kg of CO₂ emissions.

The second phase, currently underway, involves 364 additional panels for Ramside Hall’s new Golf and Bowling Entertainment Centre, including a two-storey driving range and six-lane bowling alley.

John Adamson, managing director of Ramside Estates, said: “We are delighted with the expertise and professionalism demonstrated by SCJ Renewables during the first phase of our solar project at Ramside Hall.

“Despite needing to operate within limited working hours and using only a single access point to the roof, SCJ Renewables completed the work seamlessly without causing any disruption to our hotel or guests.

“This project is a key step in our commitment to sustainability, allowing us to provide exceptional guest experiences while reducing our environmental impact.”

This project follows SCJ Renewables’ award-winning work at The Lanchester Group’s £21 million Greencroft Two bottling facility in County Durham, for which the company received ‘Commercial Solar Project of the Year’ at the Solar & Storage Live awards.

Sean McIntyre, managing director of SCJ Renewables, added: “We are pleased to complete the first phase of our work with Ramside Estates and strengthen the solar energy capabilities of Ramside Hall.

“John and his team understand the potential of solar energy and how it can contribute to direct savings across the board – we’re excited to work with the team on expanding their solar capabilities and help them on their journey to energy self-efficiency.”

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