Resources & Guides
Commercial Solar Insights for UK Businesses
In-depth, technically-grounded guides on UK commercial solar PV — costs, grants, financing, planning, ESG. Updated for 2026.
Accredited and certified for UK commercial solar work
EV Charging for Businesses with Solar: 2026 UK Guide
Workplace EV charging with solar integration: OZEV grant £350/socket, 7kW vs 22kW vs 50kW DC, backoffice platforms (Monta, Pod Point, Char.gy, Mer). Full ROI.
How to Choose a Commercial Solar Installer in the UK: 2026 Buyer's Guide
MCS commercial vs domestic, NICEIC, RECC, TrustMark, IWA. Insurance-backed warranties, half-hourly modelling, manufacturer-tied vs independent. Red flags and reference checks.
Net Zero, Business Solar and ESG: A 2026 Decision Guide
SECR, CDP supply chain disclosure, Scope 2 emissions, ESG investor pressure, FTSE 250 supply chain requirements. On-site solar vs REGO green tariff in 2026.
Solar, EPC Improvement and MEES Compliance: A 2026 Landlord Guide
How commercial solar improves EPC band and meets MEES regulations. Band E by 2018, F+G banned 2023, band C by 2027, band B by 2030. Multi-tenant landlord guide.
Commercial Solar Tax Benefits UK: AIA, Capital Allowances and More
100% AIA, capital allowances on plant and machinery, super-deduction history, R&D credits, SDLT, cash basis sole traders. The full 2026 UK tax picture for solar.
Commercial Solar Financing Options: Cash, HP, Lease, PPA Compared
Cash with AIA, asset finance, operating lease and PPA compared for UK commercial solar in 2026. Cash-flow profiles, net effective costs and decision rules.
Planning Permission for Commercial Solar in the UK: 2026 Guide
Class A Part 14 GPDO 2015 PD rights, listed building consent, conservation areas, Article 4 directions and ground-mount thresholds. Devolved differences explained.
G98 vs G99 DNO Applications Explained: A Practical Guide
How G98 and G99 grid connections work for UK commercial solar in 2026. Application process, timescales (G98: 4-8 weeks, G99: 6-18 months), costs and pitfalls.
Smart Export Guarantee for UK Businesses: 2026 Tariff Guide
How SEG works for commercial solar in 2026. Tariff range 4-15p/kWh. MCS certification, 5MW cap, application process, income forecasting and supplier comparison.
Is Commercial Battery Storage Worth It in 2026? An Honest Analysis
When commercial battery storage justifies its cost in 2026. £400-700/kWh capacity. Self-consumption uplift, time-of-use export arbitrage, and resilience cases compared.
Commercial Solar Grants & Funding 2026: The Full UK Landscape
Every commercial solar grant and funding route available to UK businesses in 2026: AIA, MCA grants, British Business Bank, Salix, PSDS, IETF, UKSPF rural. How they stack.
Commercial Solar Panel Cost UK 2026: Real Numbers by System Size
Up-to-date 2026 UK commercial solar costs by kW range. Real per-kW pricing, payback periods, AIA tax relief, financing routes. Honest numbers from MCS-certified installers.