SDE Group – Sustainable Welfare Solutions for On-Site Teams

SDE Group required modern welfare facilities that would provide essential amenities, while aligning with its strong sustainability goals.

Date:

July 2024 - December 2024

Location:

Nationwide

Model:

ecowelfare Unit 12ft - 7 People - Canteen/1Toilet ecowelfare Unit 12ft - 7 People - Canteen/2Toilet

Introduction

SDE Group, a premier provider of bespoke design, manufacturing and installation services, is dedicated to combining operational excellence with environmental responsibility. In pursuit of this vision, the company set out to enhance on-site welfare provisions while minimising its carbon footprint.

The Requirement

SDE Group required modern welfare facilities that would provide essential amenities including canteens, toilets and dry rooms, while aligning with its strong sustainability goals. Traditional diesel-powered welfare units were inconsistent with their green ethos, necessitating a more energy-efficient solution.

The Solution

In collaboration with ecowelfare, SDE Group introduced four fully solar-powered welfare units to their operations. These self-sufficient units offered a clean, quiet and sustainable workspace for site teams, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

The Conclusion

Zero fuel costs – 100% solar-powered units eliminated the need for diesel generators
Over 432 litres of fuel saved – Reducing operating costs and fuel dependency
More than 1.3 tonnes of CO₂ emissions avoided – A meaningful step toward SDE Group’s environmental objectives
Improved workforce welfare – Comfortable, well-equipped spaces to support site teams

By deploying solar-powered welfare units, SDE Group not only improved the wellbeing of its workforce but also demonstrated a clear commitment to sustainable practices. These innovative units provide essential amenities with minimal environmental impact, supporting cleaner, more responsible site operations.

About ecowelfare

ecowelfare are a leading nationwide toilet and welfare facility provider. With a successful track record built across more than 20 years, our teams, and depots across the UK work to provide exceptional service to our customers. We have fleets spanning the nation, ready to deliver to where you are and focused on providing reliable and efficient service operations.

We are proud to serve all sectors of trade, industry, commerce, and public services. We care about your hire experience, with a dedicated customer service team on hand to assist our customers, and a mission to always innovate and develop how we work.

ecowelfare are committed to a sustainable, carbon neutral future and with the products and services we offer our aim is to help all our customers meet their own goals and ambitions for sustainable operations and activity.