This project encompassed the installation of six solar carports along with supporting ancillary infrastructure to enable to offer sustainable EV charging on site. These solar carports feature a total of 490 photovoltaic panels, creating a 235 kWp array.
PUNCH provided the structural design for the cantilevered steel canopies as well as the foundations for the solar carports and the inverter building on site. PUNCH also managed the necessary site investigation on behalf of the client and delivered detailed drawings and models for construction. The canopy designs incorporated portalised tapered steel elements with integrated foundations, promoting an efficient structure and minimising embodied carbon.
PUNCH conducted a carbon assessment of the panel installation in accordance with IS EN 15978 to evaluate the embodied carbon from cradle-to-gate. This assessment analysed the embodied carbon from the steel and concrete components, calculated the avoided emissions from green electricity generation, and determined the carbon payback for the installation for the client.
At PUNCH, we understand the value of education. That’s why we support our staff who wish to undertake further education and training. We encourage staff members to maintain their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) accreditations with Engineers Ireland. We also continue to offer training in sustainable design and construction through seminars, in-house lectures, and external training programmes. We promote the achievement of professional titles with institutions such as Engineers Ireland, the Association of Consulting Engineers of Ireland, the Institute of Structural Engineers, and the Institute of Civil Engineers.
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