Having heard about NFU Energy's Renewable Energy Solutions package, Farmer Nick Cupit got in touch to see about having an installation on his farm. We asked him how he felt about the service, the all important installation process and also what his reasons were for going green.

 Is environmental sustainability an important issue to you?

Yes, that is why I was looking at it-  as well as saving energy and the energy costs.

What were you hoping to achieve with your new system?

I like nature, and I thought the way things are going I thought I would get some solar panels as it is one step further towards saving the environment.

Did you have any concerns when you started?

No, no concerns. I went through the system very well; I was really happy with it. They explained everything at Caplor with the NFU, so there were no concerns whatsoever. They were very efficient, and the jobs were done and now it is away and working

Have you noticed any savings? Has your energy usage changed?

At the moment, it’s not too bad. I went through the NFU  for them to arrange a supplier and I am very happy with the rate they have found for me. My energy (pence per kW) is quite good at the moment. Where I was paying with Eon £217, I am now paying £17 a month, so there is a bit of saving along the line. There is a saving there, not on our system as I haven’t looked at what I am making. Everything that I don’t use is going back to the grid, I just noticed my bills are only £23 a month. So, I am happy with it.

What was your opinion of the Caplor Energy sales and installation process?

It was very good. Everything was on time, before time even. I would recommend Caplor to anybody. No problems whatsoever. Richard came out, looked at the job as I said what I wanted and suggested that I didn’t need as big as I thought originally because of what we use, and he was right. The system is just right for what we want. They were not trying to rip me off, they just pointed me in the right direction.

What do you think of the partnership between Caplor and The NFU – does it help you with your energy choices?

I had never heard of Caplor Energy, but as members of the NFU, I knew it wasn’t going to be a company that was going to rip us off. If I was to have anything else, I would use the same people again.

What about your next steps? Are you looking to add any more renewable energy systems?

I was speaking to Richard about batteries. I want to leave it another year, while I am on a good rate and there are problems with shortages and things and then I will take it from there.

"Everything was on time, before time even. I would recommend Caplor to anybody. No problems whatsoever. Richard came out, looked at the job as I said what I wanted and suggested that I didn’t need as big as I thought originally because of what we use, and he was right. The system is just right for what we want. They were not trying to rip me off, they just pointed me in the right direction."

 

Mr Cupit - 2022

To book your Renewable Energy Solution installation call the team on 024 7669 6512, or fill out the contact form with more information about the service here - Renewable Energy Solutions.