Case study
Iceland Omega
Iceland Foods, one of the UK’s leading food retailers, operates more than 1,000 stores and employs over 28,000 people nationwide. As part of its long-term commitment to sustainability, the business continues to invest in renewable energy to help reduce its environmental impact.
14
Week Installation Time
251
Tonnes Of Carbon Saved Annually
1,185,038
kWh Annual Electricity Generation
1.3
kWp Array Output
Project Details
Iceland Omega
Working towards its ambition of reaching Net Zero carbon emissions by 2040, Iceland has continued to expand its growing solar portfolio. The latest installation at its Omega Distribution Site in Warrington marks another important step in the retailer’s wider renewable energy strategy.
Reduced carbon emissions
Increased usage of renewable energy
Supporting net zero 2040 ambitions
The Process
Reliable Solar PV Delivery
Shawton Energy delivered a 1.3MW solar PV installation at Iceland’s Omega Distribution Site in Warrington, helping the retailer generate clean, renewable electricity on-site and reduce its reliance on grid electricity.
Meeting Net Zero Targets
Thorough Installation Process
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The Result
The Omega Distribution Site solar installation is expected to generate approximately 1,185,038 kWh of renewable electricity annually, reducing carbon emissions by around 251 tonnes of CO₂ each year.
By increasing the use of renewable energy, the project helps Iceland lower its environmental impact while supporting its long-term Net Zero 2040 ambitions.
This latest installation further demonstrates how rooftop solar can play a key role in delivering cleaner energy across Iceland’s operations, helping the business progress towards a more sustainable future.













