Vale of Mowbray

The Challenge

Vale of Mowbray, a heritage-rich food producer known for its iconic pork pies, faced mounting pressure from rising energy costs and the need to decarbonise operations. Like many in the food manufacturing sector, their energy-intensive processes, refrigeration, baking, and packaging, made them particularly vulnerable to volatile electricity prices and Scope 2 emissions. With sustainability targets looming and margins tightening, the business needed a solution that wouldn’t compromise production or require upfront capital investment.

The Solution

Eden stepped in with a fully funded solar solution via our Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) model. This meant Vale of Mowbray could access clean, low-cost electricity without any upfront costs or operational disruption. Our team designed and installed a high-performance rooftop solar array tailored to the site’s energy profile, ensuring maximum generation during peak operational hours. From feasibility and grid connection to installation and ongoing monitoring, Eden handled every aspect, demonstrating our end-to-end capability and deep understanding of the food production sector’s unique energy demands.

The Outcome

The solar system now provides Vale of Mowbray with a significant portion of their electricity at a fixed, lower rate, shielding them from market volatility and reducing their carbon footprint. The project not only supports their sustainability goals but also strengthens their brand in a market increasingly driven by environmental responsibility. With zero capital outlay and immediate savings, this partnership showcases how Eden empowers food producers to transition to clean energy confidently and cost-effectively.