Pink Storage, which operates 19 self-storage locations throughout the United Kingdom, is upgrading its site in Nottingham, England, to achieve net-zero energy. The transition is expected to save 35,000 kilowatt hours annually, according to a press release.
The investment sets a benchmark within Pink’s business strategy to convert all of its sites to net-zero-energy status within the next five years. Since acquiring the 102-unit Nottingham facility in May, Pink has invested nearly $800,000 to make it energy self-sufficient. The operator also added 150 units and enhanced the security system, the release stated.
The sustainability project features solar panels mounted on 20-foot shipping containers, plus three inverters to convert solar energy into electricity. Excess energy will be stored in a rack-mounted battery system to provide continuous power supply. The installation also includes a standby generator that’ll serve as a backup power source in case of battery failure, the release stated.
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“Running a forward-thinking storage business means doing the right thing, not just for our customers, but for the communities we’re part of,” said Scott Evans, CEO and founder. “Reaching net-zero at Nottingham will be a proud moment for the team, and just the start of our green journey.”
Founded in 2016, Pink Storage offers container and mobile storage, and related services.
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