Commercial renewable energy solutions

Commercial Solar & Battery Storage

Transform your operational costs and protect your bottom line by generating and storing your own clean power. Installing commercial Solar PV alongside a dedicated battery storage system gives your business direct control over its energy usage, reducing reliance on the grid and delivering long-term financial stability.

The financial merits of investing in a PV plant are significant as healthy annual electricity cost savings can be achieved. Most PV plants are capable of becoming revenue positive from year six. There are some tax incentives to consider too as the cost of the installation can be 100% tax deductible.

Many businesses have the opportunity to receive grants or financial incentives for installing solar panels. Government agencies, both at the national and local levels, often offer various programs to promote the adoption of renewable energy technologies, including solar power.

Key Benefits for Your Business

• Significant Bill Reductions: Generate free electricity during daylight hours to directly offset expensive grid usage.
• Energy Security & Independence: Store surplus energy to power operations during peak rate hours, or for protection during grid outages.
• Protection Against Volatility: Lock in predictable, low-cost power, protecting your business from fluctuating wholesale energy markets.
• ESG & Sustainability: Dramatically lower your carbon footprint, helping you meet corporate compliance targets and enhance brand reputation.

Commercial Energy Costs vs. Solar Generation

Grid electricity costs remain a major operational expense for commercial enterprises. Integrating Solar PV and battery storage significantly lowers your effective unit rate per kWh:

Metric	Commercial Grid Electricity	On-Site Solar PV & Battery System
Average Unit Cost	~25.0p – 29.7p per kWh	~5.0p – 8.0p per kWh (levelised cost over a 25-year lifetime)
Annual Generation / Output	Paid entirely per unit consumed	~850 – 1,000+ kWh per kWp installed
Price Stability	Subject to market shifts & non-commodity fees	100% fixed energy generation cost

Example: a standard 50 kWp commercial solar installation generates approximately 42,500 – 47,500 kWh of electricity each year. By self-consuming this energy directly or capturing peak yield in a battery system, a business consuming power at 26p/kWh can save over £11,000–£12,000 annually on unit rates alone, achieving full investment payback in as little as 3 to 5 years.

If you are considering a solar PV plant for your rooftop please get in touch as we can build you a bespoke, in-depth and professional proposal.

It’s best to speak to your local authority as they may have grant funds available for energy efficiency measures. We have recently completed installations nationwide where the business or building owner has secured up to 35% of the installation cost via a grant.