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Viridian Solar’s “eyes remain firmly on the future” as it announces it has been acquired by roofing manufacturer Marley.
It comes after the two first revealed a partnership in 2020 to offer the Marley SolarTile, based on Viridian’s Clearline fusion products.
Now, Marley has acquired 100% of the share capital of Viridian, a move which the solar company said provides the foundation for further growth as it prepares for rapid expansion driven both by changes to building regulations and its expansion into international markets.
The solar firm already has a strong international presence, having set up a subsidiary in the Netherlands in 2019. Its Clearline fusion roof-integrated solar system has now been installed on roofs across the Benelux union, Ireland - which it expanded into last year - Germany, Austria and Scandinavia, with the company having also expanded into the US last year.
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Viridian Solar has sealed a new group deal with Welsh housebuilder Beech Developments.
The housebuilder will now exclusively use Viridian’s Clearline fusion roof-integrated solar panels for its homes, building around 120 a year in locations across the North of Wales. It builds eco-features into its houses as standard, including heat recovery ventilation systems, solar PV panels and sustainable drainage systems as well as planting for biodiversity.
Beech Developments procurement director, Steve Daniels, said that the company understands the benefits of “offering our customers homes with low energy bills and a light footprint on the planet” and has been “very happy” with Clearline fusion panels already installed at the Dwygyfylchi, Llys Marl and High Pastures developments.