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Commercial Solar Photo-Voltaic (PV) panels

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Solar PV panels for commercial buildings can help businesses and organisations reduce fuel and energy bills, cut carbon emissions and make a significant step towards sustainability and Net Zero targets.

A tried-and-tested, reliable renewable energy solution, solar panels for commercial use can be paired with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to store energy (or cheaper off-peak rate electricity generated by the grid) to use on demand later. This allows organisations to secure their future energy supply, protecting them against price fluctuations in the energy market and reducing their reliance on the grid, with back-up power in the event of any outages.

We offer free assessments to help you choose the best solar panel system for your requirements and will guide you through planning permission, funding options, and G99 commercial grid connection applications.

With 20+ years of experience in the energy sector, our expert management team can also offer professional advice and guidance on carbon reduction strategies to meet Net Zero, including energy procurement and more.

We work with Local Authorities and Housing Associations on solar panel installation, maintenance and refurbishment programmes for social housing and public buildings, as well as offering solutions to factories, warehouses/distribution centres, office and retail spaces, SMEs and more.

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How does it work?

Step 1

Contact us to discuss your requirements – we will discuss your current energy usage, systems, and tariffs, budget, timescales, and any low-carbon goals.

Step 2

We will visit your property to assess its suitability for various options – size, access, age, insulation, number of/proximity to other properties, and your existing systems will all influence our recommendation. We will also advise and assist with any relevant applications for government grant funding or to eg UK Power Networks/National Grid if required.

Step 3

Once a solution has been agreed, we will arrange an installation date and timescale at your convenience. Depending on the system you have chosen, we will advise on any preparation required – typically this is minimal.

Step 4

Once the system has been installed and tested, we will walk you through the controls and give you a thorough handover, along with all operating and maintenance and warranty documents.

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FAQs for organisations

What financial support is there available for companies that invest in renewable technologies?

The UK funding landscape has moved away from broad national grant schemes. Most funding is now delivered through a mix of targeted grants, regional programs and private finance.

The National Wealth Fund offers £27.8 billion for transformational UK projects in the form of loans, guarantees and equity for private sector and local government.

Major lenders now offer a suite of green finance products tailored to sustainability projects, from solar and battery storage to wider energy infrastructure, for example Lloyds Clean Growth Financing, Barclays Green Loans and NatWest Green Loans. These are not standard loans, they are designed to reward sustainable investment, often with lower interest rates, reduced fees and incentives linked to environmental performance:

For those looking to reduce upfront costs, the rise of funded delivery models has been a game changer. Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) allow businesses to install renewable energy without upfront costs, with a third party taking on the investment, installation and maintenance. In return, the business purchases the electricity generated at a fixed, typically discounted rate. The result is immediate savings, reduced exposure to volatile energy prices and a clear pathway to decarbonisation, without tying up capital.

Tax reliefs and capital allowances can also significantly improve green energy project economics. By allowing businesses to offset investment costs against taxable profits, these mechanisms shorten payback periods and enhance returns.

What financial support is available for individuals that want to invest in renewable energy technologies?

At the grant level, opportunities like the Boiler Upgrade scheme can offer up to £7,500 to upgrade gas or oil boilers to more efficient and lower carbon options: Apply for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme: Overview – GOV.UK.

The Warm Homes Plan will offer free upgrades for low income households and cheap loans via banks to other households to install solar PV, batteries, insulation and heat pumps.

Residential customers can also take advantage of 0% interest Green Additional Borrowing Mortgages offered by banks like NatWest to make energy efficiency improvements to homes: Green Mortgages | Energy Efficient Homes | NatWest

Do ESOS and SECR apply to my firm?

ESOS reporting applies to UK companies and UK operations of overseas groups with 250 or more employees or a turnover over £44 million and a balance sheet over £38 million. Firms that fall into this category need to complete energy audits every four years.

SECR applies to UK companies listed on stock exchanges or those which have two of the following: 250 employees or more, a turnover of over £36 million or a balance sheet over £18 million. These firms must add energy, carbon and efficiency disclosures to their annual report, report their greenhouse gas emissions, include an energy intensity metric and describe energy efficiency actions they are taking.

Barton Knight Energy is committed to the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance across all our projects.

As an NICEIC Approved Contractor, we are regulated by the UK’s leading voluntary register of electrical businesses, with our work independently assessed against rigorous technical standards. We are also a Constructionline Gold accredited contractor, meeting enhanced PAS 91 requirements and validated as ‘Deemed to Satisfy’ under SSIP, including compliance with the Common Assessment Standard (CAS).

Our membership of the Electrical Contractors Association, and Safe Contractor Approval further demonstrates our commitment to safe, ethical and financially robust operations.

In addition, we hold a range of specialist renewable energy accreditations. These include MCS certification for small-scale technologies such as solar PV, battery storage and heat pumps, as well as membership of the Renewable Energy Consumer Code (RECC). We are also proud to be a Trusted Partner of Octopus Energy, reflecting our expertise in delivering high-quality, future-focused energy solutions.