Solar power

We are working to cover council-owned roofs with solar panels. 

Solar panels will help reduce energy bills, lower carbon emissions and contribute to the decarbonisation of the energy grid.

 

Residential solar power pilot project

We have started our new residential solar power pilot project. The project aims to install solar panels on council-owned residential estates. 

These solar panels will be able to generate 1 megawatt (MW) of electricity. This energy will then be used by the buildings that generated it.

This project will help us achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Find out more about our commitment to a greener Hackney.

How the project works

We will install solar panels on 28 blocks in:

  • Frampton Park Estate
  • Whiston Estate
  • Wren’s Park Estate

The solar panels will be connected to a local microgrid, which will allow the energy generated by the solar panels will go straight to participating households. 

This means that residents will pay less for their energy than their regular tariffs.

Benefits of the project

The project will:

  • aim to save residents 15% on their energy costs
  • reduce residents’ reliance on non-renewable energy sources 
  • reduce carbon emissions and contribute to Hackney’s net-zero goals
  • act as a blueprint for how we can bring solar power to other Hackney estates

How to take part in the project

If you live in one of the pilot blocks, you will be able to sign up to use the solar energy once the solar panels have been installed. 

We will give you details on registering, along with information packs and support to make the process straightforward.

Timeline

We aim to finish this pilot project in 2025:

  • February 2025 – begin installation
  • May 2025 – the pilot scheme will be live

Later this year, we will review the pilot project and make plans for more buildings to include in future schemes across the borough.

This will contribute to a cleaner, greener Hackney while helping more residents reduce their energy costs.

Keep up to date

We will keep you up to date on this project. 

Check this page regularly for news and updates. If you have any questions, email lightandpower@hackney.gov.uk.

For more details about Hackney’s green energy initiatives, visit Hackney Light and Power.

Solar power from public buildings

We’re committed to covering the roofs of all possible council-owned buildings with solar panels as we continue to increase the solar generation capacity in the borough.

We have completed projects on:

  • Lea View Community Hall
  • Haggerston Depot
  • Kingshold Community Centre
  • West Reservoir Centre
  • Hackney Lido
  • Hackney Marshes Centre
  • Queensbridge Leisure Centre
  • Concorde Centre
  • Webb Estate Community Hall

We are in the process of finalising the installation of up to one megawatt (MW) of solar clean energy generated on council-owned buildings.

The final projects to be completed by the end of 2024 are:

  • Wrens Park Community Centre
  • Hackney Public Mortuary
Page updated on: 3 February 2025