Good Energy reveals Ringwood rooftop solar display that is readable from space
Empower Energy, part of the Good Energy group, is opening a new office in Ringwood, Hampshire topped with a solar installation like no other: one designed to be seen from space.
This bold and innovative installation spells out “Good Energy” in solar panels, capitalising on the building’s location directly under the Bournemouth Airport flight path. Eagle-eyed browsers of Google Earth will also soon be able to find the Good Energy branded rooftop.
The 161-panel system spans 7,000 square feet and is expected to generate 67,909 kWh of clean energy annually – enough to power around 25 UK homes each year. In its first year alone, it will prevent over 15,000 kg of CO₂ emissions, further reinforcing the company’s commitment to a net-zero future.
The Ringwood office showcases Good Energy’s suite of sustainable technologies. In addition to the space-visible solar array, the office runs on 100% renewable electricity, features a 50kW battery for storing excess energy, has 14 EV charging points, and includes a living green wall – all designed to create a sustainable workplace for its growing team.
“The solar array was a unique challenge,” said Sam Tudjaroglu, Operations Director (South) at Good Energy. “Unlike conventional rooftop installs, we had to run cable diagonally and across unusual pathways to form the lettering. It may not be the most optimal layout from a technical standpoint, but it’s a powerful statement about who we are and what we stand for.”
The solar market is booming and the team in Ringwood is growing rapidly to meet the demand. The new office is supporting the scale up of Empower Energy, soon to be re-branded entirely to Good Energy Solar, which specialises in commercial solar, particularly on schools, care homes and industrial facilities.
Deeply rooted in the local community, Empower Energy is also a founding member of STARF (Stronger Together Across Ringwood and Fordingbridge) – a charity established in 2022 by Empower’s Founder and Good Energy’s Business Development Director Ryan McShea during the energy crisis to support families in need. Since its inception, STARF has raised £180,000 for local schools, churches, and children’s services, with ongoing support from many local businesses.
The new office will be officially opened on 1st July by Cllr. Rae Frederick, Mayor of Ringwood. Local businesses are invited to join the celebration from 4pm, with drinks and canapés provided – a perfect opportunity to explore the space, network, and see the solar array making headlines.
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About Good Energy
Good Energy has been at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution since 1999, helping homes and businesses to generate, use and share renewable electricity.
From supplying customers with 100% renewable electricity from over 2,500 British generators, to serving over 180,000 people who generate their own clean power, Good Energy has built a reputation for supporting independent renewable generation.
Today, Good Energy also installs clean technology such as heat pumps, batteries, EV chargers and solar panels, including a nationwide commercial solar installation service. It also offers flexible tariffs for EV drivers and heat pump owners, as well as competitive export rates ensuring solar generators get paid fairly for the power they share.
Good Energy is a Which? Eco Provider for Energy, is rated 5 stars by customers on TrustPilot, and is Britain’s only B Corp certified home energy supplier.
Good Energy is part of the Esyasoft Group. Esyasoft is a Dubai-headquartered global business specialising in manufacturing state of-the-art internet of things devices and providing a suite of software solutions designed to enhance energy distribution and management. It is ultimately owned by International Holding Company PJSC (ADX:IHC), an Abu Dhabi-based publicly listed holding company.