York Minster Cuts Electricity Bills with New Rooftop Solar System

York Minster’s Solar Upgrade Prioritises Sustainability and Safety

Read the latest magazine Industry News Solar Sustainability York Minster’s Solar Upgrade Prioritises Sustainability and Safety 17 December 2025 York Minster, the world-famous Gothic cathedral at the heart of York, has achieved significant energy and cost savings following the installation of a new rooftop solar system – designed to maximise both energy efficiency and the safety of this historic landmark. In the first six months since commis…

York Minster cuts electricity bills with new rooftop solar system

York Minster has achieved substantial energy savings with its new 184-panel rooftop solar system.

York Minster benefits from £20,000 in energy savings and 42,000kWh of clean energy thanks to solar upgrade - Energy Sustainability Solutions

York Minster has achieved significant energy and cost savings following the installation of an advanced rooftop solar system – designed to maximise both energy efficiency and the safety of this historic landmark. In the first six months since commissioning, the 184-panel array has generated more than 42,000kWh of clean electricity, meeting over 80% of the Minster’s energy needs at peak, saving nearly £20,000 in electricity costs and offsetting e…

York Minster’s solar rooftop marries green energy with safety

York Minster, the iconic 800-year-old cathedral, is proving that ancient heritage and cutting-edge green technology can coexist, achieving major sustainability wins without compromising safety. In just six months since its commissioning, a new 184-panel rooftop solar array has generated over 42,000 kWh of clean energy. This meets more than 80% of the Minster’s peak power needs, slashing electricity costs by nearly £20,000 and offsetting eight to…