Delivering Essential Water Infrastructure for a Major Solar Development
A solar energy development in the north of England required a reliable water supply for welfare and kitchen facilities within a control building supporting electricity export to the National Grid.
The Challenge
A solar energy development in the north of England required a reliable water supply for welfare and kitchen facilities within a control building supporting electricity export to the National Grid.
With no viable mains water connection available, an alternative solution was required to ensure the facility could operate safely and effectively.
The Solution
Drift designed and delivered a private groundwater supply tailored to the site's operational requirements.
The borehole was drilled to 50 metres, with permanent casing installed through the upper six metres to isolate shallow groundwater and protect the underlying aquifer.
A permanent pumping installation was combined with ultraviolet sterilisation equipment to provide a dependable treated water supply suitable for its intended use.
The Outcome
The completed installation enabled the control facility to operate independently of the mains network while supporting critical renewable energy infrastructure.
The project highlights the often-overlooked role that groundwater engineering plays in enabling the UK's transition towards a lower-carbon future.
Technical Highlights
- Borehole depth: 50m
- Permanent casing installed to 6m
- UV treatment system installed
- Permanent pumping system commissioned
- Off-grid water solution delivered
Project Impact
- Supports renewable energy infrastructure supplying 10MW
- Provides reliable water supply for operational staff facilities
- Eliminated the need for costly mains extension works
Turn water challenges into engineered solutions.