The deal will see around 18,000 panels installed, meeting 30-50% of household energy demand, cutting residents' energy bills. The programme is part funded through the government's Warm Homes: Social Homes Fund. The scheme is being delivered by West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Vico Homes.
RPS Group has opened a dedicated office in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, and will work closely with Vico Homes' asset management team to identify homes that would benefit most from PV solar electricity.
Graham Rothwell, owner and founder of RPS Group, said: 鈥淪ecuring such a major PV solar installation with Vico Homes marks a further milestone in West Yorkshire鈥檚 drive to decarbonise its social housing stock and help families reduce their fuel bills.
鈥淏ecause we understand the complexities of housing, providers trust us to deliver efficient, high-quality installations that bring immediate benefits to residents. That鈥檚 why RPS Group has increased its investment in recent years to support the delivery of more large-scale housing retrofit projects across the North of England.鈥�
Simon Gutteridge, head of homes and sustainability at Vico Homes, added: 鈥淲e know many households are facing pressure from energy costs, which is why this solar rollout matters. Installing rooftop PV can help our customers generate clean electricity, lowering bills and improving the energy efficiency of our homes.
鈥淩PS Group鈥檚 collaborative approach has made it a trusted partner, providing valuable technical and logistical guidance throughout the process. This is a smart, scalable investment that supports our communities today and our decarbonisation pathway for the future.鈥�