This collaboration will play a part in enhancing Manchester City’s infrastructure and stadium operations, by allowing the Club to produce enough renewable energy to offset its annual power requirements. By undergoing a comprehensive upgraded aided by the technical support of Jinko, the project will see the Club become one of the largest producers of renewable energy in world football.
This partnership represents not only an innovation in the football world but also a key step towards a Net-Zero for the Club. The Tiger Neo 54-cell modules used at Manchester City’s training ground utilize innovative N-type TOPCon technology, adapting to Manchester’s variable environmental conditions. Located in a high-latitude region, Manchester experiences significant seasonal changes, especially shorter daylight hours in winter.
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Under low solar radiation conditions, the Tiger Neo maximizes power generation efficiency with its low-light performance. Additionally, the city’s cloudy, rainy, and windy climate presents higher requirements for the heat dissipation and stability of PV modules. The Tiger Neo’s sealing, and anti-PID features will ensure stable clean energy for Manchester City’s training ground, helping the club achieve its environmental goals.
Jinko Solar
Pete Bradshaw, Manchester City’s Director of Sustainability, commented: “Everyone at the Club is thrilled to be underway with installing more than 10,500 solar panels at the City Football Academy. While we continue to benefit from 100% renewable energy under a power purchase agreement, the transition to self-supplied renewable energy will transform the way we power our day-to-day operations by guaranteeing a consistent supply of clean energy.“
Ground-mounted solar panels will also be installed
Overall, the solar panel installation is being split into two phases. Phase One involves placing panels on the rooftops of various buildings within the City Football Academy and is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2024. Phase Two will include the addition of thousands of ground-mounted panels throughout the training facility, with completion targeted before the conclusion of the 2024/25 season.
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In the meantime, Jinko will continue to work with Manchester City to connect and engage with fans globally to jointly promote the use of solar energy and further educate them on how they can play a part towards a sustainable future. (hcn)
