The Rosehearty Harbour and Inshore Fishermen's Association (RHIFA) collaborated with ORKA to implement a sustainable solution utilising Solar PV and Battery Storage technology to enhance operations at Rosehearty Harbour.
RHIFA, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2018, aimed to address the challenges posed by the harbour's lack of refrigeration facilities. Before RHIFA's inception, ice transportation by road from Fraserburgh impacted the quality and timing of their catches for market sale.
To alleviate these constraints and reduce operational costs, RHIFA sought to incorporate renewable energy solutions. With ORKA as their preferred partner, they now have a Solar PV and Battery Storage system tailored to their specific needs.
The system, comprising 12 x 420-watt panels, a Solis 3P5K inverter, and Puredrive 3*3 + BMS, provided a seamless integration. Leveraging the BMS technology, the system operates efficiently, utilising time-of-use tariff strategies to optimise energy consumption.
Duncan Booth, MD of ORKA, said, “Unlike conventional commercial setups, RHIFA requires energy storage capabilities to support round-the-clock operations. We successfully designed, installed, and commissioned the solar PV and battery storage system, enabling RHIFA to power its cooling facilities sustainably and effectively reduce running costs and carbon footprint.”
David Whyte, a representative from RHIFA, expressed great satisfaction with the outcome, praising ORKA's expertise and personalised approach and highlighting the seamless execution of the project.
The successful implementation of the Solar PV and Battery Storage system marks a significant milestone for RHIFA, underscoring their commitment to sustainability and efficient harbour operations.
Westhill-based ORKA is a leading sustainable energy solutions provider specialising in commercial and residential Solar PV, Battery Storage and EV Charge Point installations. Learn more at www.orka-solutions.co.uk