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Customer RSPB
Project Nature reserve
Rye Meads is a delightful wetland reserve beside the River Lee, a favourite with
walkers, birdwatchers and photographers alike. There are hides that look out over
the reed beds, wet meadows, open water and artificial sandbanks, which are apparently
a great place to spot the blue flash of a kingfisher.
The visitor centre is powered with electricity contributed by their solar photovoltaic
system which is fitted over the membrane roof with an incredibly low profile so as
not to minimise the visual impact on this wildlife area.
Solar photovoltaic solutions area (sqm) size (kW)
Retrofit over tiled roof 80 10
Carbon saved / energy generated
Annual carbon saving 3.4 tonnes
Lifetime carbon saving 120.4 tonnes
Annual energy generated 8000 kWh
Project details
Web address www.rspb.org.uk
Type of building Nature reserve
Date completed 2004
Location Hertfordshire
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