Commercial Solar Power Installation Sussex
Commercial on-grid solar installations have never made more sense. They provide free, renewable energy that can save money on your energy bills and lower your carbon footprint.
Sunstore Solar works with businesses across Sussex to install commercial on-grid solar systems.
We help businesses use otherwise unused roof or ground space to generate clean energy from the sun.
With solar for business, you’ll benefit from lower energy costs, lower carbon emissions and free energy for the foreseeable future. It makes perfect business sense!
All while retaining your current grid connection for those times when you need it.
Financial benefits of solar panels for business
How much better off would your business be if you removed most or all your energy costs? How much better could you forecast when you know exactly how much power you’ll have to use?
Commercial solar is a growing industry and for good reason. It provides energy independence as well as lowering energy bills.
Solar panels for business are much cheaper than they used to be. A commercial on-grid solar installation will still require upfront investment. But, once installed, your system can generate free, clean energy for up to 25 years.
That’s quite the return!
Depending on the space available, you could deliver all the energy your business needs, or most of it. If you generate excess, you can sell it to the grid using the Smart Export Guarantee for a much faster return. Speak to your energy provider to find the best rates, we recommend the Octopus Flux tariff.
Environmental benefits of solar panels for business
How much better off would the planet be if you removed most or all of the carbon emissions your energy generated?
Commercial solar power has huge financial benefits but also environmental benefits too.
Generating your own clean energy reduces your dependence on the grid and can significantly lower your carbon footprint.
You get to help the planet, boost your reputation and can say you’re playing your part in lowering the carbon footprint of your business.
A single solar panel is thought to save between 900kg of CO2 per year. That’s the equivalent of driving 1 diesel delivery van driving around 140,000 miles.
For one panel.
Multiply that by an average commercial solar system and you have a significant saving!
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Make an EnquiryRoof mounted commercial on-grid solar installation
Roof mounted commercial on-grid solar installations are the most common type of installation in Sussex and the UK in general.
Roof mounting uses up otherwise unused space and will often have uninterrupted views of the sky. As long as the roof points towards the sun, you can generate renewable energy during all but the darkest daylight hours.
Specify a system with batteries and you can generate energy during the day and store it for use at night. Ideal for businesses that work all hours.
Sunstore Solar has extensive experience with roof mounted commercial on-grid solar installations near Sussex.
We have successfully completed a number of commercial projects, from the small to industrial scale.
Ground mounted solar panels for business
If you have spare land around your building you would like to put to use, ground mounted solar panels could be the answer.
Ground mounted solar panels for business are less common than roof mounted but are still very popular. You’ll see them mainly in solar farms where you see lines and lines of solar arrays pointing towards the sun.
Ground mounted solar panels for business are ideal for buildings with unsuitable roofs or where a roof points away from the sun.
They use a mounting system secured to the ground and oriented towards the sun. The size and number of panels that can be mounted varies and is something we can discuss with you during a consultation.
Battery storage options
Commercial on-grid solar installations in Sussex performed by Sunstore Solar has the option of battery storage.
In a traditional commercial solar power system, you would generate free energy for your own use and sell excess to the grid.
In a battery solar system, you still generate free energy but also store excess energy in batteries for later use. Once the batteries are full, you can still sell the excess to the grid.
Battery storage benefits businesses that work shifts or out of hours.
You generate free energy throughout daylight hours and use what you need. You also charge your solar batteries for use when it’s dark.
As you’re still connected to the grid, if you have a surge in energy demand, the grid can satisfy it. If you generate excess energy, you can sell it to the grid using the Smart Export Guarantee, for the best export rates we recommend the Octopus Flux plan.
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Commercial solar panel installation FAQs
Can I put solar panels on my commercial building?
Yes, you should be able to put solar panels on your commercial building. Much will depend on whether you own the building or rent it, the area and any local restrictions.
As long as the roof is strong enough to take the weight and is suitable for a commercial solar panel installation, you should have no significant problems installing them.
Do I need planning permission for solar panels on a commercial building?
You may need planning permission for solar panels on a commercial building.
If your building is in an area of interest, conservation area or you’re planning to generate more than 1 megawatt of energy, you will need planning permission.
This is something that would be covered in more detail at a consultation.
Are solar panels worth it for a business?
Yes, solar panels are worth it for a business. With energy costs at an all-time high and an unpredictable market, solar panels provide free energy and energy independence.
You also get a little brand recognition for going green. All combine to make commercial solar panels a great investment for just about any business.
Is there a difference between commercial and residential solar panels?
Yes, there is a difference between commercial and residential solar panels.
Commercial solar panels tend to be more efficient than residential solar.
The difference is minor, around 2% efficiency, but that can make a significant difference when you’re installing them on a commercial scale and factor in the average 25 year lifespan.
How many solar panels do I need to run a business?
How many solar panels you need to run a business depends on your current energy usage.
We tend to recommend calculating your average annual energy consumption and adding a percentage to ensure you don’t fall short.
The Sunstore Solar team can help specify your commercial solar install as part of the service.
What is the life expectancy of commercial solar panels?
The average life expectancy of commercial solar panels is around 25 years.
Newer solar panels maintain efficiency for the vast majority of their lifespan and there’s no reason why they couldn’t still be generating free, clean energy for much longer.
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