Numerous studies agree that the installation of a photovoltaic plant in a company can generate savings of 40% to 60% on the electricity bill, in addition to contributing significantly to the reduction of global warming.
About five years ago, we started the first phase of our solar photovoltaic roof, which, over time, has managed to supply more than half of our total energy needs. This project was born with the aim of achieving energy independence, a goal that, with our latest expansion, we are close to achieving.
Why install and expand our photovoltaic system?
In recent years, photovoltaic self-consumption has seen substantial growth due to several factors, such as increased social awareness of sustainability and the energy crisis, which has driven the adoption of renewable energy models in companies.
Solar energy is a clean energy that does not emit greenhouse gases and offers great advantages in our country. The weather conditions allow Spain to have enough hours of sunshine, which makes it easier for companies with the appropriate infrastructure to achieve the desired energy self-sufficiency.
In addition, solar panels are low-maintenance devices, which contributes to reducing operating costs in the long term. Since the first phase of installing 85 kW solar panels in 2019, we have managed to progressively reduce our carbon footprint. Currently, more than 60% of the energy we need to carry out our activity comes from our photovoltaic plant.
However, with this new phase of expansion, we are close to achieving energy self-sufficiency. Our calculations indicate that the plant will be able to produce 92% of the electricity we consume, which brings us significantly closer to energy independence.
What benefits will our customers get?
First, for those companies looking to implement or improve their sustainable practices, it is essential that their suppliers and partners are aligned with these principles. By choosing sustainable suppliers, your company indirectly contributes to reducing the carbon footprint of its activity and can improve public perception.
On the other hand, energy independence guarantees price stability in products, which allows more competitive prices to be offered. Fluctuations in energy prices tend to lead to significant increases, a situation we have seen repeatedly in recent years. This self-sufficiency allows us to adjust our prices without compromising the quality of the final product.
Finally, having these energy sources also provides us with greater energy security. This translates into fewer interruptions in supply and, therefore, a lower risk of downtime that can affect production times and delivery times.
Fortaps’ Commitment to Sustainability
The installation and expansion of our photovoltaic plant has marked a milestone in our business. However, this is just one of the many actions we have implemented over the years to achieve sustainable growth and environmentally friendly production.
When it comes to production, we have incorporated environmental protection into our processes. Currently, our manufacturing has recycling and reuse processes of materials that have allowed the amount of waste to be reduced to zero. In addition, we always use polyethylene raw materials, which do not contain toxic components and are reusable.
Beyond manufacturing, we have implemented sustainable initiatives in other areas, such as a fleet of 100% ecological vehicles and digital document management that eliminates the use of paper.
We are proud to follow our roadmap to create long-term value, offering a product that combines quality and respect for the environment. The expansion of our photovoltaic plant has been a great advance, but we will not stop here; We will continue to work to reduce the carbon footprint at our production plant.
