Solar panels installed on schools and community buildings in sunny Scunthorpe have had their best March on record, generating 114,855 kWh of clean, green energy – almost three times higher than the same period last year.
As well as the fact there are now more buildings receiving cut-price energy than a year ago, the sharp rise in generation is also being attributed to unseasonably sunny weather throughout March.
Lindsey Lodge Hospice is the latest building to receive solar panels thanks to North Lincolnshire Community Energy, supported by the council.
The hospice joins local schools and colleges as well as Scunthorpe United, Ashby Hub, Kingfisher Lodge children’s home and North Lincolnshire Museum, who are all now reaping the benefits of cut price energy.
Since the scheme began in December 2022, 1,717,920 kWh of energy has been generated – enough to power more than 650 UK homes for a year.
Cllr David Rose, cabinet member for environment, said: “I’m pleased to see our commitment to solar energy delivering so well, and for so many people.
“March’s record generation is not only good news for the environment, it also means we’re cutting energy bills and supporting our local community buildings, schools and colleges.”
The 114,855 kWh of power generated in March 2025 is not only almost triple the amount from March 2024 (43,921 kWh), but also surpasses last September’s figure (65,479 kWh) – typically one of the sunniest months of the year.
The generation is helping the council’s A Green Future initiative to break records and support its push toward net zero.
A share offer run by North Lincolnshire Community Energy to raise more money for the scheme has recently closed, busting its £700,000 target and including a £100,000 investment from the council.
