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Sustainable energy without compromise
Your guide to developing a corporate wind energy programme
ASC Renewables is a developer of renewable energy projects in the UK. We specialise in co-developing wind energy projects with corporate partners.
ASC has been a key partner in delivering the first phase of our corporate wind programme and has demonstrated a complete understanding of our needs whilst delivering an outstanding level of service and expertise. We will have 6.9MW of wind power on our operational sites in 2012 helping us reduce our carbon impact.
Michael Meenaghan - Anglian Water 2011
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ASC Renewables in partnership with Anglian Water
www.ascrenewables.com
Tom GriffinCommercial Manager
Tel: 0161 817 5233Mob: 07403 369 883 Email: [email protected]
David ByrneManaging Director
Tel: 0161 817 5234Mob: 07887 823 772Email: [email protected]
To contact our wind team please call:Tel: 0845 319 3727
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Why develop a corporate wind energy programme
Wind energy projects are profi table and can substantially reduce your electricity costs and corporate emissions whilst providing long-term energy security.
Profi table – developing a wind energy project with ASC Renewables is commercially attractive with payback achieved within 3 years.
Energy savings – renewable energy supplied directly to site is up to 40% cheaper than traditionally generated power.
Energy security – wind energy projects protect
against volatile and rising prices, providing long term energy security for up to 10 years. (The Carbon Trust forecasts energy prices to rise 37% by 2020)
Carbon reduction – a wind energy project can materially reduce your corporate emissions. For example, a 3 turbine wind project can achieve a 30% carbon reduction from a £5m annual electricity consumption.
Corporate environmental policy – reducing and offsetting corporate emissions is increasingly important and enhances brand equity for your business.
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40%
co2
Reduction in electricity price40%
A material reduction in your carbon footprint
co2
Long-term energy security
Positive perception, achieve corporate emissions targets
Profi table, project payback within 3 years
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A single 2.3MW wind turbine generates more energy than 16,000* solar panels, enough to cover 4 football pitches. = 4x*Comparing an Enercon E-70 wind turbine with Sharp NU-R250(J)
solar panels (manufacturer data 2011 and pitch size at Old Trafford)
Flexible options for developing your wind energy programme
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ASC Renewables provides a range of fl exible options which enables every company to benefi t from wind energy.
Direct Supply - On Site We build a wind turbine on your site supplying you directly with the electricity generated. You purchase the electricity generated at a reduced price, typically 40% cheaper than
your existing supply and any excess is sold to the grid. You co-invest a small proportion of the project cost (typically £150k to £400k).
Direct Supply - Locally We build a wind turbine on land near to your site supplying you directly with the
electricity generated. We will fi nd and secure the land required within a few miles of your site. You purchase the electricity generated at a reduced price, typically 40% cheaper than
your existing supply and any excess is sold to the grid. You co-invest a small proportion of the project cost (typically £150k to £400k).
Greenfi eld Co-development If it is not possible to develop a wind project either on or near to your site then we will
co-develop a wind project at a greenfi eld location. We will either fi nd and secure a suitable third party site, or we will partner with you to
source viable opportunities within your supply chain. You purchase the energy generated at a reduced price to your current tariff, fi xed for 10
years, providing long-term energy security and substantial savings to your business. You co-invest a small proportion of the project cost (typically £150k to £400k).
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We pride ourselves on a partnering approach and provide fl exibility to tailor a project structure that works for your business. Please contact us to discuss your company’s individual needs.
Flexible options for developing your wind energy programme
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Small capital contribution, large return
ASC Renewables has considerable experience in providing funding for renewable energy projects. Partnering with us you will typically contribute less than 10% of the project cost. A wind energy project will deliver substantial environmental and fi nancial benefi ts to your business. We specialise in developing projects ranging from 1 to 10 turbines and the table below illustrates some typical project scenarios.
Number of Turbines 1 2 3
Project energy capacity (MW) 0.5 4.6 6.9
Annual energy (MWh) 1,200 10,800 16,800
Height 75m 100m 125m
Environmental Benefi ts
CO2 saved (tonnes) 650 5,800 8,700
Equivalent homes powered 260 2,400 3,600
Equivalent cars off road 440 4,000 6,000
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Your Contribution £150k £250k £400k
Financial Benefi ts
Total project cost £1.5m £6.0m £9.0m
10 year fi xed price energy
Energy cost reduction (up to 40%)
Profi t share
Typical payback 3 years
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Benefi ts to your business of using wind energy
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Wind energy projects from ASC Renewables are commercially attractive, providing compelling fi nancial and environmental benefi ts.
Wind energy benefi ts Low capital investment – you contribute less than 10% of the project cost.
(typically between £150k to £400k) whilst we provide the remaining project funding.
Fast payback – we design wind energy projects to pay back your capital contribution within the fi rst 3 years of operation.
Reduced electricity prices – electricity generated by a wind project can be purchased up to 40% cheaper than your current electricity supply.
Carbon reduction or offset – wind energy can materially reduce your corporate emissions.
Profi t share – you will receive an attractive share of the project profi ts.
Energy security The electricity generated from your wind energy project will deliver long-term energy security.
A low, fi xed electricity price infl ation for 10 years protects your business from rising costs and energy market volatility.
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Forecast market price
Wind electricity price
Cost saving
Initial saving up to 40% {
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Wind energy projects generate revenue from the sale of electricity (to your site or the grid) and from renewable subsidies.
How wind energy projects generate income
Electricity generated by wind energy projects below 5MW (2 turbines or less) are eligible for the Feed in Tariff subsidy which is both RPI linked and guaranteed for 20 years.
Larger wind energy projects of over 5MW (3 or more turbines) qualify for ROCs (Renewable Obligation Certifi cates) which are an established traded commodity.
The electricity generated is sold at wholesale price either to your business or to the grid. A power purchase agreement (PPA) is established which contractually guarantees this price.
Wind energy revenue streams
Revenue (pounds per MWh)
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Sale of electricityLarger schemes
Single-turbine schemes
Tariff subsidies
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Frequently asked questions
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Q. How much electricity could a wind turbine supply us with?
A. A single 2.3MW turbine produces around 5,400MWh of electricity per year. The electricity is used firstly at your site with any excess exported to the grid. Your electricity consumption profile will determine how much of your current usage will be replaced by wind energy.
Q. Are my site(s) suitable for a wind energy project?
A. ASC Renewables will conduct a detailed feasibility assessment at your site(s) using specialist GIS constraints mapping software, reviewing all of the key planning restrictions for developing a wind project. This detailed analysis ensures only the
most viable projects are proposed.
Q. My business location is leased, can we still benefit from a wind project?
A. We liaise with land owners to secure a separate long-term lease on a turbine site for the lifetime of the project. This protects your return on investment should the general site lease expire earlier.
Q: What happens if my business moves location?
A: If your business moves location the project continues to operate, exporting electricity to the grid. We repay to you any unrecovered investment.
Q. What are the benefits of wind energy compared to solar PV?
A. Wind energy can have a meaningful impact on your corporate emissions; 1 wind turbine generates the equivalent energy of over 16,000 solar PV panels whilst only requiring a fraction of the space. The UK is the windiest country in Europe with 40% of the continent’s wind resource, making us the ideal place to develop a wind project.
Q. Will a wind energy project affect my existing price and supply?
A. A wind project connects into your existing electrical supply. There is a seamless transition between consuming power from the wind turbine
when generating and consuming power from the grid. Your current power purchase agreements are unlikely to be affected, although we review this as part of the project proposal.
Q. We have reviewed wind potential in the past, why should we review it again now?
A. Technology, legislation, subsidies and the commercial benefits of wind energy have all altered significantly in the last few years. ASC Renewables offers flexible and very low capital options. With options to develop turbines on your site, locally to site or on greenfield land, we enable every business
to benefit from wind energy.
Key reasons to partner with ASC Renewables
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ASC Renewables provides a turn-key solution to developing your corporate wind energy programme. We bring strategic thinking and project fi nancing along with a market-leading delivery team.
Our substantial experience of working on large, operational sites with critical infrastructure makes us a safe and reliable partner, ensuring minimal disruption and management stretch to your business.
Specialist development partnerWe specialise in delivering wind energy with partners across all sectors and industry types.
Our expertise ranges from single on-site turbines to full-scale wind farms creating a strategic energy solution tailored to your business. Regardless of project size, we fully manage every aspect from supporting your internal approval process through planning, construction and lifetime operation.
Ethical site selectionA well-managed planning process is key to delivering a successful wind energy programme. This begins with an ethical approach to identifying sites, followed by a rigorous feasibility assessment ensuring that only the best commercial and sustainable projects are developed.
Market-leading planning Our market-leading planning partners have a track record of over 97% sucess. This highly experienced team comprises over 50 specialists covering every aspect of wind planning, including ecology, ornithology, archaeology, hydrology, noise, visual impact and wind-fl ow assessments.
ConstructionWe understand that developing a wind energy project must not impact on core business activities and we are experienced at working on operational sites with business-critical infrastructure. We work closely with you to establish a comprehensive project plan ensuring minimal disruption.
IndependentThe income and savings to both ASC Renewables and your business come from selecting turbines with the greatest yield and reliability. As an independent developer we will select the most suitable technology to ensure best performance throughout the lifetime of each project.
We can help your business reap the substantial environmental and commercial benefits of wind energy. To understand how you can partner with ASC Renewables please contact us to discuss your individual business requirements.
Sainsbury’s in wind power revolutionSainsbury’s have purchased all of the electricity from two [wind farms] known as a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), the [wind] energy is purchased in advance at an agreed cost providing guaranteed… protection from the volatility of the energy market.The Times – May 2011
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Tesco unveils wind powered distribution centresTesco has installed four wind turbines to power three of its grocery distribution centres… The wind turbines will make a major contribution to our electricity needs.The Guardian – March 2011
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McCain Foods invest in wind energy McCain Foods is investing £10m to build three wind turbines at the UK’s largest chip factory, which should cut energy bills at the site by up to 60 per cent.The Independent – Business News (2007)
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Wind energy projects become mainstream for UK corporates.
Sustainable energy without compromise
ASC Renewables LtdThe Edge, Clowes Street
Manchester, M3 5NA
Web: www.ascrenewables.comTel: 0845 319 3727Email: [email protected]
