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Solar Panels for Factories & Manufacturing

Power your production with clean, cost-effective solar energy

Typical System Size
100-1000kW
Investment Range
£75,000-£750,000
Typical Payback
3-5 years

Manufacturing facilities are among the highest energy consumers in the commercial sector, making them prime candidates for solar installation. With rising energy costs threatening competitiveness, solar provides a stable, long-term solution.

Factory solar installations typically range from 100-1000kW depending on roof space and energy demand. The combination of high electricity consumption and suitable roof structures delivers excellent returns on investment.

Key Benefits for Factories

Reduce Production Costs

Cut electricity expenses by 50-70%, directly improving profit margins

Energy Price Protection

Lock in low electricity costs for 25+ years, protecting against market volatility

Enhanced Sustainability

Meet corporate ESG targets and appeal to environmentally conscious clients

100% Tax Deduction

Claim full cost through Annual Investment Allowance in year of installation

How It Works: From Quote to Generation

Our streamlined process gets your factories generating clean energy as quickly as possible

Step 1

Free Site Survey

Our engineers assess your roof, shading, electrical infrastructure, and energy consumption patterns to design the optimal system.

Step 2

Detailed Proposal

You receive a comprehensive proposal with system design, projected generation, financial modelling, and ROI calculations.

Step 3

Professional Installation

Our MCS-certified installers complete the work with minimal disruption to your business, typically within 3-7 days.

Step 4

Monitoring & Support

We set up 24/7 remote monitoring and provide ongoing maintenance to ensure peak performance for 25+ years.

Typical ROI for Factories

Factories benefit from strong returns on solar investment due to high daytime energy consumption and large available roof areas. Here is a typical example based on current UK electricity rates.

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Example: 50kW System

System size50 kW
Installation cost~£50,000
Annual generation42,500 kWh
Annual savings£12,750 - £15,300
Payback period3.3 - 3.9 years
25-year net profit£268,750+

Based on 30p/kWh grid rate, 75-85% self-consumption. Excludes tax benefits.

Finance Options

No Upfront Cost? No Problem.

We offer multiple financing routes so every factories business can benefit from solar, regardless of available capital. Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) let you start saving from day one with zero upfront investment.

Cash purchase for maximum ROI (20%+ annual returns)
PPA with zero upfront cost (save 10-30% immediately)
Lease and hire purchase options available
100% capital allowance for tax savings
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0%
VAT on Solar
100%
Capital Allowance
£0
Upfront (PPA)
25+
Year Lifespan

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about solar panels for factories

Solar Panels for Factories Across the UK

We install solar panels for factories in every major UK city. Find your nearest installation team.

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