Commercial electrical infrastructure upgrade: is your site ready for solar and electrification?
The key solar power trends for 2027 centre on using the electricity you generate more effectively. Discover how commercial solar, battery storage, EV charging, smart monitoring and grid constraints are shaping energy planning for UK businesses, and how to prepare your site for rising electricity demand.
Is your commercial or school roof suitable for solar panels?
A large, unused roof can make solar PV look like an obvious choice for a business or school. Warehouses, offices, schools, colleges and sports facilities often have substantial roof areas that could potentially generate electricity for use on site. But how do you know whether your roof is actually suitable for solar panels? Size alone […]
The growing risk of solar panel fires. Good installation and maintenance matter more than ever.
Solar power has become an increasingly important part of the UK energy mix. For businesses, schools, warehouses and other large sites, rooftop solar can cut electricity costs and reduce reliance on the grid, while making use of roof space that would otherwise sit unused. But new research from business insurer QBE raises an issue […]
How can I tell if my solar system might need a maintenance inspection?
Solar PV systems are long-life assets, but they’re not immune to failure. Whether installed on a school or commercial office building, ignoring subtle signs of degradation or electrical fault can cost thousands in lost generation or trigger serious safety or breakdown issues. Knowing how you can tell your system might need a maintenance inspection is […]
How do I know if my business premises will be suitable for solar panels?
You don’t need to be an engineer to get a strong initial sense of whether your business premises will be suitable for solar panels. Before calling in specialists, there are practical checks you can do yourself to decide if it’s worth progressing. These early-stage indicators can save time and give you confidence to take the […]
How can I sell my excess solar power back to the grid?
The question of how to sell excess solar power back to the grid comes up a lot when we install or replace solar infrastructure at our client sites. Whether we are dealing with a school, office, warehouse sports facility, solar is an amazing way of generating electricity to reduce bills and improve sustainability credentials. But […]
What are the key solar power trends for 2026?
The solar power sector in 2026 will blend technological breakthroughs with changes in global market dynamics and policy frameworks. While the industry faces short-term challenges, including a pause in installation growth due to policy adjustments and cost increases, technological innovation is keeping the sector on a strong upward trajectory. Key trends for 2026 include advances […]
What are the ESG benefits of solar for schools and businesses?
Aside from the financial benefits, schools and businesses switching to solar energy can send a strong environmental message. Solar power is a strategic asset delivering measurable Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) benefits to the wider society. It directly reduces emissions, can earn carbon credits, enhances stakeholder trust and simplifies compliance by providing sustainability disclosure requirements. […]
When should you upgrade your existing solar PV system?
Some forward-thinking businesses and schools will have made the leap into solar energy several years ago and will now be wondering if it is time to expand or upgrade their existing system. Such a move can unlock significant additional value if done at the right time, and in the right way. Whether you are a […]
What are the pros and cons of solar power?
Adopting solar power is often pitched as an easy win – especially for commercial businesses and school looking to slash energy bills and boost their green credentials. But the pros and cons of solar power is more complex. For all the long-term gains, the journey to a fully solar-powered operation involves cost, planning and commitment—not […]
