As Johnny Vegas has found a more permanent home in Melbourne, Derbyshire for his Field of Dreams Glamping Site, it was time for him to move to a more sustainable power source. Being one of the first of its kind in the country to harness the power of solar energy for his guests and glamp site operations.
After meeting M+S Renewables, Johnny Vegas decided to further his ambition of going off grid at the field of dreams glamping site at Melbourne Hall, Derbyshire. Relying on Mike Seagrave, owner of M+S Renewables to de-mystify the world of solar energy.
Johnny had hoped that going off-grid might be feasible, as the site was previously relying on generators, which incited him further to go 100% sustainable by harnessing the power of solar energy.
In an interview with M+S Renewables where we can see him proudly sporting the M+S Renewables uniform, Johnny said “When do good intentions become practical to take the leap of faith? And it is having faith in the technology. You hear the words solar, but you don’t know how it works, I don’t know the difference between having a little solar garden light and a system that can run the field.” He added “The Field of Dreams has been a passion project, but it is a premium site, especially for what guests are paying, it is a stunning location in Melbourne, we needed the same kind of passion and commitment from a renewable energy supplier.”
Running 300m of armored cable underground to link all of the renovated glamping vehicles on the site, to ensure they are ready for the solar energy system which replaces the expensive generator that was previously costing around £70k per year to power the site.
The project was definitely one of a kind, M+S Renewables provided the vision for the most effective use of space and layout for the solar energy system. Although there were challenges along the way, not only did M+S Renewables install a high-quality renewable energy solution for the Field of Dreams, but we also installed a large compound on the glamping site. The new compound that is in-keeping with the theme of the venue, houses the solar system, solar panels, laundry room, office and other on-site facilities.
Within the compound, M+S Renewables installed 18kw of solar generation on the roof to power the site. As we know, in England, we cannot guarantee the weather, so we also installed a massive 78kw battery system that will allow for additional energy storage to ensure that during the hours of darkness or less sunny days there is enough solar energy for the site to run efficiently.
With such a challenging installation of solar energy at the glamping site, it took some detailed planning and installation from the team at M+S Renewables. But from inception to delivery in just 3 weeks, it was a brilliant success for everyone.
Upon unveiling the finished project, Johnny said “I really couldn’t grasp the complexity of what M+S Renewables were building, and what a transformation it was going to be. There were lots of elements that I didn’t understand, but I trusted you, I am so glad we went with M+S Renewables”. He added “It is great for our reputation, and it is great within the village, renewable energy sources are a huge thing, and at the Field of Dreams we want to embrace it. The guests have also been appreciative of our passion to become sustainable across the site”
Mike Seagrave, owner of M+S Renewables thanked Johnny for the opportunity, and stated “For M+S Renewables, who came from very small beginnings only a few years ago have really enjoyed delivering this project, what a dream come true to be given the opportunity to work with Johnny Vegas on the Field of Dreams”
Johnny, leading by example is keen to influence other glamping and camping site owners to make the switch to solar, The Field of Dreams site is living proof that is feasible and would like to push everyone to greener future.
Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQQfMFnWuUg
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