COVID-19 has & will continue to have a massive impact on individuals, businesses & the economy. The current focus remains on alleviating the significant health concerns accompanying this pandemic and businesses grapple to adapt to the new culture of social distancing, economic hardship and reduced workforce. However, at the same time efforts to boost the economy can start with an emphasis towards sustainability. As communities wait on the country to transition into recovery, Commercial Solar Solutions can help with this drive to a greener future.

Solar Energy Fights Climate Change – While the world experiences the current health COVID-19 crisis, Climate Change is another global crisis that needs to be faced. As a clean technology solution, Solar can help reduce the amount of pollution released into the atmosphere. Each solar system installed can take us a step closer to preventing Climate Change.

Solar Power is Cost-Effective – Solar has become increasingly affordable throughout the years for both home and business owners looking to save with an alternative energy source. As continued advancements in Solar technology increase efficiency, homeowners can generate more power at a lower cost. For businesses & community buildings we can offer systems with no capital expenditure or lease agreements to avoid large investment but still allowing long terms energy cost reductions.

Solar creates jobs – as Commercial Solar Solutions continue to expand, along with other Solar installers we will increase our teams & employ more people.

If you wish to discuss Solar for your business or community building please contact us by clicking here

We can offer advice, carry out desktop surveys & arrange virtual meetings to discuss our proposals.

The UK’s solar capacity set a new generation record earlier this month, almost a year to the day it achieved the same feat in 2017.

Data compiled by PV Live and verified by National Grid show that PV generation peaked at 9.42GW from 11:30 AM on Monday 14 May, edging just past the previous record of 9.37GW set almost a year ago.

These record-setting periods also saw solar provide 25% of the country’s entire demand, the second largest power source at that time of day. Combined with wind (10%) and nuclear (18%), low-carbon sources made up more than half of the UK’s entire energy demand around midday.

And the record caps off what has been a highly productive period for the UK’s renewables fleet. Solar PV has regularly contributed upwards of 25% of the UK’s power supply around the midday peak in recent weeks, and the early May bank holiday spell saw PV become the dominant energy source for a total of six full hours over the weekend.

Far from being an overarching issue for National Grid, the transmission system operator has repeatedly asserted that it has the tools at its disposal to cope with such periods of significant solar generation.

Whether for how or work Solar Power can help reduce costs. Contact us by clicking here for no obligation advice.

According to the National Grid figures, reported by WWF recently, the GB electricity was the “greenest” ever.

For the first time, wind, nuclear and solar power generated more than gas and coal combined in June last year breaking 13 clean energy records. Since 2012, Britain has halved it’s carbon emissions and is now the 4th cleanest power system in Europe and the 7th Worldwide.

Despite this carbon emissions for 2017, which averaged 275g/kWh, were still someway from the 2030 target of 100g/kWh. Further data can be found at MyGridGB

There are many ways we can impact our carbon footprints at home & at work from simple things like turning off lights, controlling heating systems, insulating our properties to investing in renewable energy & electric cars.

Many businesses, especially with large roofs could make rapid changes by installing Solar Panels with the added benefit of reducing energy costs.

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You may have seen that many businesses have invested in Solar energy.

Why? Solar energy is a great way for your business to reduce its electricity bills, obtain energy security in the future and improve its Corporate Social Responsibility.

Investing in Solar Panels maybe something you have considered but you have been put off by the capital expenditure. This should not be a barrier so this is why Commercial Solar Solutions offer a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).

A PPA means no investment but we lease the roof off you, install Solar Panels and maintain the system for 25 years.

The FREE, GREEN electricity that is generated is then sold to you at a reduced rate typically 20-25% cheaper than you will be currently paying with no cost to you.

Over the next 25 years you will continue to buy this reduced cost electricity that is locked in to a rate that will only increase at the rate of the retail price index.

At the end of the agreement your business owns the system and you continue to benefit from the Solar-generated electricity that is directly used by you with no more costs to pay.

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When investing in Solar the upfront cost is not always the ultimate cost of your Solar system.

The key components are Panels & Inverters so when considering Panels we always recommend SunPower Panels.

Not only do they have the highest efficiency of up to 22.4% but also the lowest degradation rates. SunPower’s complete Warranty now guarantees a drop in performance of only 8% over 25years.

Make sure your investment is a one off payment and #DemandBetterSolar

Contact us for information to find out more.

PV modules produce maximum power at a specific working point (Maximum Power Point – MPP) which is achieved at a specific current (Impp) and voltage (Vmpp). Mismatch between modules occurs when modules that are connected in series require different combinations of voltage and current to generate maximum power.
Extensive research over the years has shown that mismatch can result from numerous factors including manufacturing variance, thermal gradients within the array, uneven surface soiling, partial shading, uneven degradation and more. More information on the sources for module mismatch can be found in the article “Moving Forward to Module-Level Power Optimization”.
When modules with mismatch are connected to a traditional string inverter, the inverter must optimize all modules simultaneously, so that the power point is suboptimal to most, if not all modules. Therefore in traditional inverter systems, mismatch between modules leads to power losses.
In a study published1 in the Journal of Solar Energy Engineering it is estimated that power losses associated with inherent mismatch between modules represent approximately 10% of the total generated power.
This paper will demonstrate mismatch between modules in four typical rooftop installations in the Netherlands, as revealed by the SolarEdge monitoring platform. Even though the installations are different in location, module type, installation company and installation date, they all show module mismatch.

SolarEdge have demonstrated mismatch between modules in four typical rooftop installations in the Netherlands, as revealed by the SolarEdge monitoring platform. Even though the installations are different in location, module type, installation company and installation date, they all show module mismatch. Click here to read more.

The selection of inverters is often made by installers to reduce build costs of Connercial Solar systems.

Inverter selection is key for the lifetime planning and performance of Commercial PV systems. While inverters may only account for ~10% of the system cost, they:

1. Influence ~30% of system cost (EBoS, inverter, labour)
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2. Manage 100% of system production.

3. Control O&M expenses by enabling PV asset management.

That’s why when designing we always recommend the use of SolarEdge inverters & panel optimisers.

Lifetime revenue is increased, as often more modules can be installed due to more flexibility in design. 

The module-level MPPT eliminates losses to maximize power from each individual module, offering more energy production from the PV system. This technology future proofs the system against potential risks that could cause decreased lifetime energy production.

Enhanced safety as the DC disconnect is designed to automatically drop DC voltage, as well as current from all DC string cables, whenever inverter or grid power is shut down. The voltage of each module is reduced to 1V. SolarEdge inverters comply with the UL1699B arc detection standard designed to mitigate the effects of some arc faults that may pose a risk of fire.

Low ongoing O&M costs owing to panel level monitoring, long warranties (inverters 12year & optimisers 25year as standard) & the ability to install different module power classes & brand on the same string in the event of a panel failure.

If you are considering a Commercial Solar system then contact us for more information or click here to read more

Installing Solar Panels on a commercial premises will have more benefits that just generating electricity.

Fundamentally by turning your roof into a generator you will reduce costs as your electricity consumption will be partly provided by the solar generated power. This will also increase profits, but in more ways than just a reduction in costs.

Companies that generate renewable energy demonstrate to stakeholders that they support initiatives towards a low-carbon economy. Investing in sustainability will help retain and win new customers. A survey of 1,000 UK consumers found that two thirds would recommend a brand either because it invested in its own renewable energy projects or bought most of its energy from renewable sources, reports Cleantechnica.

Improving your green credentials by using & being seen to use & invest in renewable energy will enhance corporate reputation.

At the same time money can be made from added income from Feed-in Tariffs. These benefits are hard to ignore as being seen to be environmentally friendly yields commercial benefits. It builds investor confidence and supports company valuations.

However, if the main reason for not investing is capital expenditure, then call us as we have a number of ways to fund Solar projects. Tel: 0844 259 6102.

On 7th June a combination of high Solar & Wind generation meant a new record was achieved. For the first time over half of UK weekday, daytime energy was generated by renewable energy.

National Grid reported that, on Wednesday lunchtime, power from wind, solar, hydro and wood pellet burning supplied 50.7% of UK energy.

Add in nuclear, and by 2pm low carbon sources were producing 72.1% of electricity in Great Britain.

If you have a large roof, installing Solar Panels could help to reduce your energy costs, improve your Green credentials & improve profits not just for today but the next 20-30 years.

Capital expenditure a problem? We have a number of ways to help including finance, leases & PPA models.

For more information contact us 0844 259 6102.

Could your roof be doing more for your business than just providing cover?

By installing Solar Photovoltaic Panels you could be adding another dimension:

• Reduced energy costs.
• Higher profits.
• Improved Green credentials.

Many businesses throughout the U.K. have seen the benefit of adding Solar.

 This follows the day we saw record levels being achieved with 8.7GW (24.3%} of U.K. Generation coming from Solar.

Duncan Burt, head of control room operations at National Grid, called it the “beginning of a new era”.

“We now have significant volumes of renewable energy on the system,” he said. “We also have the tools available to ensure we can balance supply and demand.”

For more information on how you can benefit from Solar call us on 0844 259 6102.