Powered by Solar
With the UK government’s goal of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, businesses are increasingly expected to adopt sustainable practices to reduce their carbon footprints. Solar energy provides a clear solution for meeting these targets, and the Sustain Commercial ‘Powered by Solar’ badge serves as a visible symbol of a business’s commitment to this national goal.
We proudly award the businesses we work with our exclusive ‘Powered by Solar’ badge. This badge honours businesses that have worked with Sustain Commercial Solar to incorporate solar energy into their operations, demonstrating their proactive approach to reducing emissions and promoting a greener, more sustainable future.
What does it mean to be Powered by Solar?
The 'Powered By Solar' badge represents more than just a symbol—it's a statement of a business's commitment to a sustainable future.
This badge signifies that a company has made an investment in solar energy with Sustain Commercial to power its operations, reducing its reliance on non-renewable resources and actively lowering its carbon footprint.
How can a business become powered by solar?
To learn more about each stage, click the button to visit a full page on that part of the process.
Choose one of our solar solutions
Discover our range of tailored solar energy packages designed to suit your specific needs, from domestic systems to large-scale commercial projects.
On-site visit to verify the sustainability measures in action
Our team will visit your premises to assess the site, review energy requirements, and ensure sustainability measures are effectively implemented for maximum efficiency.
Be awarded with Sustain Solar’s ‘Powered By Solar’ badge
Demonstrate your commitment to renewable energy with our official badge, a mark of your dedication to a more sustainable future.
Why Commercial Solar is a Smart Choice for Sustainability
Commercial solar is a smart choice for sustainability because it enables businesses to reduce their carbon footprint while lowering energy costs. By harnessing renewable energy from the sun, companies can decrease reliance on fossil fuels, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to a cleaner environment.
Reduced Carbon Footprint: Solar-generated energy is free of harmful emissions, significantly lowering a business's greenhouse gas output compared to fossil fuels.
Renewable Energy Source: As a renewable resource, solar offers a sustainable alternative to finite energy sources like fossil fuels, playing a crucial role in the shift towards cleaner energy systems.
Supports Net Zero Goals: Harnessing solar power helps businesses align with the UK's Net Zero targets by cutting reliance on carbon-intensive energy sources.
Energy Independence: Businesses can generate their own electricity, reducing dependence on non-renewable resources and enhancing energy resilience.
Lower Energy Consumption: Solar installations can offset traditional electricity usage, reducing strain on the national grid, which is often powered by polluting sources.
Positive Environmental Impact: Solar technology doesn’t deplete natural resources or release pollutants, contributing to a cleaner, healthier environment.
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Dorset Council generate £341,880 worth of energy per year
Cutting 8,030 kg of CO2 emissions annually with solar panels
Cobbs Cross reduces 35 million kg CO2 and generates £17.5m in energy over 25 years
Reducing energy overhead for Moss Electrical by £168,720 per year
£2m in lifetime savings for Menzies
129 panels installed at Oakland Grange
Total Fitness Lincoln offset 118,733kg CO2 per year
Combermere Abbey generates enough energy to power 3,500+ homes per year
SIS TV Milton Keynes: 251kW Solar System Reducing Carbon Footprint by 46,679kg Annually
Soho Farm reduces 702,644 kg CO2 annually
Fardanes generates £1,184,400 in energy annually
£14m in energy generated over 25 years by Magazine project
Menzies's second installation generates just shy of £1m in lifetime savings
Hazel Farm generates £472,500 in energy yearly
1.05 million kg CO2 reduced annually by Lains project
Saving £19,477 annually while reducing CO2 emissions by 30,474 kg
3.2 year lifetime return on investment for Porsche
Saving over 100,000 kg of CO2 annually with solar installation
Reducing grid reliance and saving £27,528 annually
Box Road reduces 26 million kg CO2 and generates £14m in energy over 25 years
Cutting electricity costs by £448 weekly and CO2 emissions by 26,695 kg annually
BAT's system yields £6.64m in savings
ROI in under 3 years for Porsche's 2nd system installation
Large manufacturing facility installs over 1MW of commercial solar
£455,610 in lifetime savings for the largest independent training provider in England
Achieving substantial CO2 savings of 54,253 kg annually through solar installation
Reducing CO2 emissions for a shopping centre by 25,541kg per year
ThermoFisher reduce energy costs by 15% via PPA
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Chapel Farm reduces 1.08 million kg CO2 over 25 years
Offsetting 43,468 kg of CO2 annually through solar power
Arthur House installs an East West system
Honnington project generates nearly £30m in energy over 25 years
£850k in energy generated yearly at Bay Farm
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