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Location: Arbroath, Scotland
Client: Arbikie Distillery
Sector: Distilling / Agri-business / Food & Drink Production
Annual Electricity Consumption: 238,000kWh
System Size: 255kWp Solar PV
Battery Storage: None
Estimated Annual Output: 210,127kWh
Estimated Annual Electricity Savings: £59,556
Estimated Payback Period: 3 years 7 months
Estimated ROI: 32.4%
CO₂ Savings: 53.5 tonnes per year
At Arbikie Distillery, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s part of their DNA. Already known for using regenerative farming techniques and growing all their ingredients on-site, the next logical step was to address their energy consumption. As electricity costs rose, so too did their desire to find a cleaner, more cost-effective solution.
That’s when Arbikie turned to Fusion Solar UK for a solution to power their whisky, gin, and vodka production more sustainably.
After an in-depth consultation, our expert team designed a 255kWp commercial rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV system, carefully tailored to the distillery’s electricity usage profile, budget, and sustainability goals.
We managed every step of the project:
✅ Detailed on-site survey and system design
✅ Full DNO application and grid approval
✅ Fast-track installation, completed in just one week
✅ Minimal disruption to day-to-day farming and production operations
Now, Arbikie generates the majority of its electricity on-site from clean solar power, directly supporting their eco-conscious brand and farming ethos.
210,127kWh generated annually
£59,556 in yearly electricity savings
Payback in under 4 years
32.4% return on investment
53.5 tonnes of CO₂ emissions avoided each year
By switching to solar, Arbikie continues to lead the way in sustainable Scottish distilling – proving that traditional craftsmanship and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
Whether you’re producing whisky, food, or farming the land, solar power can deliver substantial savings, energy security, and carbon reductions. At Fusion Solar UK, we specialise in commercial-scale installations for agri-businesses, distilleries, and rural enterprises across Scotland and the UK.
Book a free consultation to explore solar for your business
Call 0114 312 4231
Email: contact@fusion-solar.co.uk
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