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A NOT-for-profit nursing home in Taunton can now generate around half of its annual electricity usage from renewable sources, thanks to a substantial rooftop solar panel installation.
Lavender Court on Roman Road, which provides specialist nursing care, residential care, and dementia support for up to 85 people, is already benefiting from the installation of 315 solar panels on its roof, which cover an area of more than 600m².
The solar panel installation at Lavender Court is part of the Somerset Care Group’s wider commitment to reducing its environmental impact through energy reduction, innovation, and education.
Chris Keates, Somerset Care’s head of property, explains: “As a not-for-profit care organisation, it is important that our approach to the care we deliver—and the resource used to do so—is as sustainable as possible.
“The solar installation at Lavender Court is part of our ongoing commitment to improving environmental sustainability, and it is estimated that this will generate around half of the nursing home’s total annual electricity usage.”
Duewanittar Munemo, registered manager of Lavender Court, adds: “Even in the darkest weeks of winter, it is really encouraging to see the energy quietly being generated from the roof the home!
“We have a display screen in the foyer at Lavender Court, which shows the energy currently being generated by the solar panels, and this has become a real talking point with residents, staff and visitors alike.
“We are proud to have taken this important step towards reducing our environmental impact at Lavender Court, and are looking forward to brighter and longer days, when we can really see the solar panels working to their full potential!”
A part of the not-for-profit Somerset Care Group, Lavender Court in Taunton offers daycare, respite breaks, residential care, dementia support, and specialist nursing care, all within a homely, purpose-built environment.
To find out more about Lavender Court, please visit http://www.somersetcare.co.uk/lavender, or contact Somerset Care’s friendly and knowledgeable enquiries team on 0800 8174 990.
A spokesperson for the Somerset Care Group said: “Celebrating 35 years in 2026, the not-for-profit Somerset Care Group provides specialist care and support to thousands of people in communities across Somerset, Devon, Wiltshire, B&NES. We are passionate about supporting people to live the life they choose, and offer home care, residential care, specialist dementia care, award-winning learning disabilities support and a respite centre for those living with a physical disability. We also offer day care and respite breaks in our care homes across Somerset and Devon.
“Everything we do at the Somerset Care Group is underpinned by our four core values: connecting with people, making a difference, doing the right thing and embracing change. By living these values, we ensure that we keep our commitment to delivering high-quality, tailored care to support and enrich the lives of our residents and customers.
“To find out more, please visit somersetcare.co.uk or call 0800 817 4979.”
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