Commercial Solar Panels UK | Solar Panels For Businesses

Why Warehouses Are Perfect for Solar

Warehouses represent the best opportunity for commercial solar in the UK. Large, flat roofs combined with high daytime electricity consumption create ideal conditions for exceptional returns. Yet only 5% of UK warehouses currently have solar installed.

The Warehouse Solar Advantage

Vast Roof Space: Typical warehouses have 5,000-50,000m² of roof space, enabling large installations
Flat Roofs: Easier installation with optimal panel positioning
Minimal Shading: Industrial locations typically free from surrounding obstructions
High Daytime Use: Operations during daylight hours maximize self-consumption
Strong Roof Structures: Built to handle loading, easily supporting panels

Typical Warehouse Solar Systems

Warehouse Size	System Size	Cost	Annual Savings	Payback
5,000m²	150kW	£110,000	£28,000	3.9 years
10,000m²	300kW	£210,000	£54,000	3.9 years
20,000m²	600kW	£400,000	£105,000	3.8 years

ROI Calculation Example

For a 20,000m² distribution centre:

Available roof space: 15,000m² (accounting for skylights, plant)
Potential system: 600kW
Annual generation: 510,000 kWh
Self-consumption (80%): 408,000 kWh
Grid savings (24p/kWh): £97,920
Export income (5p/kWh): £5,100
Total annual savings: £103,020
System cost: £400,000
Payback: 3.9 years

Installation Considerations

Roof Assessment: We evaluate roof condition, structural capacity, and access requirements.

Operational Continuity: Installation can proceed while operations continue below.

DNO Connection: Large warehouse systems require G99 applications, which we handle.

The 5% Opportunity

With only 5% of UK warehouses having solar, early adopters gain competitive advantage through lower operating costs. As energy prices remain volatile, solar provides cost certainty for 25+ years.