Powering patient care while reducing our carbon footprint

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust has reached an important milestone in its journey towards a more sustainable future.

The physical installation of new solar photovoltaic (PV) panels has now been completed at the Halton Hospital Captain Sir Tom Moore Building. The project marks a significant step in the trust's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and supporting the NHS ambition to become a net zero health service.

The panels will generate renewable energy on site, helping to reduce reliance on external power sources while supporting essential healthcare services.

The new installation demonstrates how investment in sustainable infrastructure can support both environmental goals and high-quality patient care. Hospitals use significant amounts of energy every day to keep services running safely and effectively. By generating clean energy on site, the trust is taking practical action to reduce its environmental impact while helping to create a more sustainable NHS for future generations.

This achievement has been made possible through the hard work and collaboration of colleagues across the trust and the support of delivery partners, including EDF Energy. The scheme has been funded through Great British Energy and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, supporting investment in renewable energy across the NHS.

Every unit of renewable energy generated on the site will contribute to a healthier environment for the communities we serve, supporting our commitment to delivering excellent healthcare while reducing our carbon footprint.

The solar panel installation is another example of how North Cheshire and Mersey is investing in a greener future, benefiting patients, staff and local communities for years to come.