Our Billingham site has gone solar

In line with our company's policy to reduce our carbon footprint, we have installed solar PV panels at our Billingham site, ahead of a roll out to our other locations in the years ahead. We hope the panels will generate 75 to 85% of the electricity needed to power the site.

Tony Hall, Head of Operations at James Burrell, said “The installation of solar panels represents a further step on our progress towards our commitment to reduce the company’s carbon footprint. 3 months after installation we are now seeing our generation of electric accounting for over 80% of our usage.”

This latest investment follows a number of sustainable initiatives that we have introduced in recent months.

As a company we are actively exploring green solutions from suppliers which help reduce net carbon. In May, we introduced a new product range to stock Ecoplant Endure Sulfate Resistant Cement. ECOPlaner is the world's first global range of green cement. With 30% less carbon than any other Portland cement currently available in the UK, ECOPlanet Endure offers a combination of eco credentials and great performance.

The Pallet Loop scheme has also made its way to our yards. The roll out of The Pallet LOOP is designed to support the construction sector's net zero ambitions. This major milestone is set to shift the dial on pallet waste across the UK- with The Pallet LOOP providing the world's first dedicated pallet production, delivery, and collection service for the construction industry.

Hall added: “Further steps have also been taken to significantly minimise the company’s carbon footprint. As well as the entire wagon fleet being ‘Euro 6’ emission standard, all new forklift truck additions since 2021 have been fully electric”