Manufacturing Facility Case Study - Solar Yetu | 500kW Solar Installation Success

Project Overview

A leading manufacturing company in Nairobi's industrial area approached Solar Yetu with a challenge: their monthly electricity bills were skyrocketing, affecting their profitability and competitive edge. With operations running 24/7, their energy consumption was substantial and growing.

Solar Yetu designed and installed a comprehensive 500kW solar system that now powers approximately 70% of their daily operations. The solution included rooftop solar panels, advanced inverters, and a monitoring system to track performance in real-time.

The project was completed in just 8 weeks, with minimal disruption to their manufacturing operations. The results have been transformative, with the company now saving over KES 800,000 monthly on electricity costs.

Key Results

The solar installation has delivered exceptional results, exceeding the client's expectations in every metric.

500kW

System Size

65%

Cost Reduction

3.5

Payback Years

800K

Monthly Savings (KES)

Project Details

Comprehensive information about the manufacturing facility solar installation project.

Client Profile

Large-scale manufacturing company specializing in consumer goods production with operations running 24/7.

Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Nairobi Industrial Area
Facility Size: 50,000 sq ft
Employees: 200+
Operating Hours: 24/7

System Specifications

State-of-the-art solar system designed for maximum efficiency and durability.

System Size: 500kW
Solar Panels: 1,500 x 335W monocrystalline
Inverters: 10 x 50kW string inverters
Mounting: Rooftop structure
Monitoring: Real-time performance tracking
Warranty: 25 years on panels, 10 years on inverters

Performance Metrics

Outstanding performance since installation with consistent energy production.

Daily Production: 2,000 - 2,500 kWh
Annual Production: 750,000 kWh
Capacity Factor: 85%
CO2 Offset: 500 tons/year
System Uptime: 99.5%
Energy Independence: 70%

Financial Impact

Significant financial benefits with impressive return on investment.

Initial Investment: KES 35M
Monthly Savings: KES 800,000
Annual Savings: KES 9.6M
Payback Period: 3.5 years
25-Year Savings: KES 240M
ROI: 27% annually

Installation Process

Efficient installation process with minimal disruption to operations.

Site Assessment: 2 weeks
Design & Engineering: 3 weeks
Permits & Approvals: 2 weeks
Installation: 6 weeks
Commissioning: 1 week
Total Project Duration: 8 weeks

Environmental Benefits

Significant contribution to environmental sustainability.

CO2 Reduction: 500 tons/year
Equivalent to: Planting 8,000 trees
Water Saved: 2M liters/year
Coal Not Burned: 200 tons/year
Sustainability Score: A+
Green Certification: Achieved

Client Testimonial

What the manufacturing facility management has to say about their solar installation.

"Solar Yetu has transformed our business operations. The 500kW solar installation has exceeded our expectations, reducing our electricity costs by 65% and giving us energy independence. The team was professional, the installation was efficient, and the ongoing support has been exceptional. This investment has paid for itself in just 3.5 years, and we're now saving nearly KES 10 million annually. I highly recommend Solar Yetu to any manufacturing facility looking to reduce costs and improve sustainability."

Michael Kamau

Chief Operating Officer, Nairobi Manufacturing Ltd

Manufacturing Facility Solar Installation