Empowering UK businesses for a sustainable future and predictable energy cost savings.

Our core mission is to help UK businesses navigate their journey with renewable energy in the most supportive way possible.

£629m
Lifetime client savings
220MW
Installed since 2007
1.26bn kg
Lifetime CO2 offset

Unmatched experience and expertise

Maximise your savings and reduce your environmental footprint with our unmatched solar solutions. Backed by over a century of experience and expertise, we design and install systems that deliver the best possible results for your business.

Expert advice

Harnessing  industry experience that started in 2007, our dedicated team of solar professionals provides customised solutions tailored to your unique needs.

We meticulously analyse your building structure and energy consumption patterns to craft a bespoke system design that maximises efficiency and delivers an exceptional return on your investment.

We believe in sustainable energy solutions that work for you, not just for the grid. Our approach priorities optimal system design, ensuring your solar system perfectly matches your energy usage, minimising wasted energy and maximising your savings.

Trust our expertise to guide you towards a brighter, more sustainable future powered by the sun.

High quality installations

We understand that your building is more than just a structure - it's an investment. That's why we approach every solar installation with the utmost care and attention to detail.  We prioritise quality craftsmanship and product selection, ensuring a long-lasting and reliable system that enhances your property's value.

Safety is our top priority. From the initial consultation to the final installation, we maintain the highest safety standards, safeguarding both our team and your employees. Our meticulous approach and commitment to safety create a secure and efficient working environment.

We believe in sustainable and ethical practices, carefully considering the environmental impact of our product selection and installation methods. Our team is dedicated to providing you with a system that delivers optimal performance while minimising its environmental footprint.

Unwavering commitment to quality and safety
Expert product selection and installation
Environmentally conscious practices
Customer satisfaction guaranteed

Let us help you harness the power of the sun and build a brighter future for your building.

Working with Sustain Commercial Solar

Customer first

We focus on having an intimate understanding of our customers energy needs, delivering a solution customised for each customer.

From the initial conversation through to long term operation and maintenance of your project, we ensure your journey is a smooth and positive experience.

Sustainability

We understand that businesses are increasingly focused on sustainability.

That's why we combine our commitment to reducing carbon footprints with our dedication to helping businesses save money.

We provide cutting-edge solar systems designed specifically for UK businesses, enabling them to save money, reduce carbon footprint and enhance ESG credentials.

Innovation

As a young and dynamic industry, solar technology is evolving at breakneck speed.

We're committed to staying ahead of the curve, constantly exploring the latest innovations and advancements to deliver the most efficient and cost-effective solutions for our customers.

This dedication drives us to constantly refine our products, technologies, and installation methods, ensuring our services are always cutting-edge and deliver exceptional value.

Integrity & transparency

We are committed to providing our customers with a positive experience through honest communication, fair pricing, and reliable service.

We believe in providing clear and accurate information throughout every project phase, ensuring transparency and empowering you to make informed decisions.

Partner with us and experience the difference a commitment to these values can make.

Our team

With over 100 years of combined experience and 1GW (50,000) completed installations in the UK solar market, our team is a leading force in the energy transition.

David Elbourne
Group CEO

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David Elbourne
Group CEO

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David Elbourne
Group CEO

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David Elbourne
Group CEO

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David Elbourne
Group CEO

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David Elbourne
Group CEO

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David Elbourne
Group CEO

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Group CEO

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David Elbourne
Group CEO

David Elbourne is the Group CEO of Sustain UK Holdings Limited, overseeing the strategic direction of all companies within the group. He ensures alignment of marketing efforts, leads company ethos and strategy, and is deeply committed to fostering a culture of growth and development for all team members.

Nick Elbourne
Chief Operating Officer

Nick Elbourne is the COO of Sustain Commercial Solar Ltd responsible for the operations within the company, ensuring that the solutions proposed and implemented to our clients are installed to the highest standards, safely and within an agreed timeframe.

Jani Moran
Commercial Director

Jani Moran is the Group Commercial Director of Sustain Commercial Solar, overseeing the strategic direction of the commercial division. With a keen eye for identifying market opportunities and a strong background in sales, Jani drives revenue growth and expands the company’s market share.

Dan Wilson
Designer

One of the youngest members of the team, Dan heads up the design effort of the company, using a number of bespoke design systems such as PVSyst, PVsol, and Autocad to deliver designs that consider the client's building structure restraints along with their specific energy needs, ensuring we maximise the client's ROI.

Vetus Cepulis
Technical Director

Vetus, our esteemed Technical Director, brings a wealth of expertise and innovation to Sustain Commercial Solar. With a career dedicated to pioneering sustainable energy solutions, Vetus leads our technical team with a vision for excellence and a commitment to harnessing solar power for commercial installations. His strategic insights and deep technical acumen drive our mission to empower businesses with efficient, renewable energy solutions.

Rochelle Hoskins
Sales Administrator

Rochelle is the Sales Administrator at Sustain Commercial Solar Limited, playing an essential role in coordinating sales efforts and managing project workflows. She ensures seamless communication between the sales and project teams, aligns administrative processes with company strategies, and supports a culture of growth and excellence.

Jack Hubbard
Business Development Manager

My work at Sustain involves identifying new opportunities as well as handling incoming enquiries and leads. I use my industry experience to help clients better understand the benefits that our proposed systems will bring to their business.

Corey Ward
Business Development Manager

Here at Sustain I look to build relationships with clients that I feel can benefit from installing renewable energy, I then try to make the installation process, easy and as comfortable as possible.

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The system is helping us apply for tenders. A lot of tenders now ask you how you are working towards Net Zero. Solar has been great in helping us demonstrate that.

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We have made enormous savings on our costs. We now make a 6 figure income on the energy generated by our system.

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Sustain's ongoing support has been amazing. They've delivered on all projects in a timely manner and caused minimal disruption to our tenants.

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Custodian Capital

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[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Self sufficiency
-24%
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[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Self sufficiency
-24%
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[Client name]
[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Grid reliance
-24%
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[Client name]
[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Grid reliance
-24%
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[Client name]
[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Grid reliance
-24%
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[Client name]
[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Grid reliance
-24%
Reducing energy overhead for Moss Electrical by £168,720 per year
The Moss Electrical Dartford project effectively reduces CO2 emissions by 256,489 kg per year. Additionally, it generates significant financial savings of £168,720 annually, contributing to both environmental sustainability and economic efficiency. ​​
Moss Electrical
Est. ROI
5.8
 years
Installation size
1200
Lifetime savings
4218000
Self sufficiency
84
%
Offsetting 43,468 kg of CO2 annually through solar power
Island Health's commitment to sustainability is evident in its solar power project, which offsets 43,468 kg of CO2 annually. This initiative demonstrates the significant environmental and economic benefits of solar energy.
Island Healthcare
Est. ROI
4.9
 years
Installation size
200
Lifetime savings
725200
Self sufficiency
34
%
£2m in lifetime savings for Menzies
A 471kw installation that will reduce Menzies dependence on the grid by over 30%.
Menzies
Est. ROI
3.7
 years
Installation size
471
Lifetime savings
2102521
Self sufficiency
33
%
Reducing grid reliance and saving £27,528 annually
Quantrelle has significantly reduced its carbon footprint by installing solar panels, cutting down 43,328 kg of CO2 emissions each year. This project showcases the positive environmental and financial impacts of renewable energy.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
5.2
 years
Installation size
200
Lifetime savings
688200
Self sufficiency
32
%
Achieving substantial CO2 savings of 54,253 kg annually through solar installation
Sheffcare's solar installation is a major step towards sustainability, achieving significant CO2 savings of 54,253 kg annually. The project highlights the dual benefits of environmental conservation and cost reduction.
Sheffcare
Est. ROI
5.3
 years
Installation size
250
Lifetime savings
832500
Self sufficiency
54
%
Dorset Council generate £341,880 worth of energy per year
Dorset Council effectively reduces CO2 emissions by 477,907 kg per year, while also delivering impressive financial savings of £341,880 annually, contributing significantly to both environmental and economic sustainability. ​​
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
4.6
 years
Installation size
2200
Lifetime savings
8547000
Self sufficiency
30
%
Cutting electricity costs by £448 weekly and CO2 emissions by 26,695 kg annually
Churchill has made impressive strides in sustainability by reducing its CO2 emissions by 26,695 kg annually thanks to its new solar energy system. The project highlights the environmental and economic benefits of renewable energy.
Churchill
Est. ROI
4.8
 years
Installation size
111
Lifetime savings
705456
Self sufficiency
37
%
£850k in energy generated yearly at Bay Farm
Bay Farm effectively offsets a substantial 1,750,250 kg of CO2 each year, while also generating average savings of £850,080 annually. This initiative significantly contributes to environmental sustainability and economic efficiency.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
7.1
 years
Installation size
8000
Lifetime savings
21252000
Self sufficiency
100
%
Saving £19,477 annually while reducing CO2 emissions by 30,474 kg
ACI Care has significantly reduced its carbon footprint by installing solar panels, cutting down over 30,000 kg of CO2 emissions each year. This initiative not only promotes sustainability but also brings substantial financial savings of £19,477 annually.
ACI
Est. ROI
5.1
 years
Installation size
140
Lifetime savings
486920
Self sufficiency
38
%
Hazel Farm generates £472,500 in energy yearly
Hazel Farm offsets 1,089,781 kg of CO2 annually and generates substantial savings of £472,500 each year, demonstrating a significant positive impact on both the environment and finances.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
7.9
 years
Installation size
5000
Lifetime savings
11812500
Self sufficiency
100
%
Reducing CO2 emissions for a shopping centre by 25,541kg per year
The Southside Shopping Centre project effectively reduces CO2 emissions by 25,541 kg per year. This initiative also generates financial savings of £19,980 annually, contributing to both environmental sustainability and economic efficiency. ​​
Est. ROI
4.9
 years
Installation size
120
Lifetime savings
499500
Self sufficiency
17
%
£455,610 in lifetime savings for the largest independent training provider in England
A 79.12 kW rooftop solar system with 172 panels at Baltic Training Services, Darlington, generates 66,713 kWh annually, saving 31,338 kg of CO₂ in the first year. It will provide £18,224.43 in first-year savings and £455,610.75 over 25 years, with a total generation of 1,667,825 kWh.
Baltic Apprenticeships
Est. ROI
 years
Installation size
79
Lifetime savings
455610
Self sufficiency
%
1.05 million kg CO2 reduced annually by Lains project
Lains successfully offset 1,053,666 kg of CO2 each year and provides average annual savings of £561,750, making it a noteworthy example of environmental and economic benefits.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
6.7
 years
Installation size
5000
Lifetime savings
14043750
Self sufficiency
100
%
BAT's system yields £6.64m in savings
We had the opportunity to collaborate with CBRE to install at British American Tobacco Southampton to enhance their sustainability efforts through a Solar PV installation.
British American Tobacco
Est. ROI
3
 years
Installation size
700
Lifetime savings
4704000
Self sufficiency
7
%
Menzies's second installation generates just shy of £1m in lifetime savings
With an annual generation capacity of 121,837 kWh, it meets 78,522 kWh of yearly self-consumption needs and exports 43,316 kWh of surplus energy per year.
Menzies
Est. ROI
3.2
 years
Installation size
155
Lifetime savings
888636
Self sufficiency
29
%
£14m in energy generated over 25 years by Magazine project
Magazine effectively reduces CO2 emissions by 1,063,999 kg per year, while also delivering financial savings of £561,750 annually. Over a 25-year period, this amounts to approximately £14 million in savings, contributing significantly to both environmental sustainability and economic efficiency.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
6.7
 years
Installation size
5000
Lifetime savings
14043750
Self sufficiency
100
%
ROI in under 3 years for Porsche's 2nd system installation
Porsche's 2nd site installation with us has an ROI of just over 2 years and will reduce their dependency on the grid by 39.9%.
Porsche
Est. ROI
2.1
 years
Installation size
230
Lifetime savings
2035247
Self sufficiency
40
%
Soho Farm reduces 702,644 kg CO2 annually
Soho Farm effectively offsets 702,644 kg of CO2 each year. Additionally, it generates significant financial savings of £343,350 annually, contributing both to environmental sustainability and economic efficiency. ​​
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
6.6
 years
Installation size
3000
Lifetime savings
8583750
Self sufficiency
100
%
Fardanes generates £1,184,400 in energy annually
The Fardanes project offsets 2,462,291 kg of CO2 annually and generates substantial savings of £1,184,400 each year, demonstrating a significant positive impact on both the environment and finances.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
7.6
 years
Installation size
12000
Lifetime savings
29610000
Self sufficiency
100
%
Chapel Farm reduces 1.08 million kg CO2 over 25 years
Despite its smaller scale, the Chapel Farm project achieves a commendable CO2 reduction of 43,348 kg annually. Over a 25-year period, this amounts to approximately 1.08 million kg of CO2 reduced, showcasing the potential of even smaller projects.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
5.1
 years
Installation size
200
Lifetime savings
703000
Self sufficiency
60
%
3.2 year lifetime return on investment for Porsche
Explore how Porsche Centre Norwich achieved a 6.1x ROI with Sustain Commercial Solar, saving £991,363 over the system's lifetime by reducing carbon emissions.
Porsche
Est. ROI
4.1
 years
Installation size
174
Lifetime savings
991363
Self sufficiency
55
%
129 panels installed at Oakland Grange
A rooftop solar PV installation at Oakland Grange, with a capacity of 52.89 kW and 129 panels, generates approximately 46,399 kWh annually, saving an estimated 9,600 kg of CO₂ in the first year. Over 25 years, the system is projected to save £303,647, generate 1,159,975 kWh, and offset 260,983 kg of CO₂, equivalent to planting about 10,439 trees.
Oakland Care
Est. ROI
 years
Installation size
52
Lifetime savings
303647
Self sufficiency
%
Box Road reduces 26 million kg CO2 and generates £14m in energy over 25 years
Box Road is a major contributor to carbon reduction, saving 1,055,012 kg of CO2 per year. Over a 25-year period, this amounts to approximately 26 million kg of CO2 reduced. Additionally, the project provides significant financial savings of £561,750 annually, totaling £14 million over 25 years, highlighting its substantial environmental and economic benefits.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
6.7
 years
Installation size
5000
Lifetime savings
14043750
Self sufficiency
100
%
Saving over 100,000 kg of CO2 annually with solar installation
Pearce Recycling's solar installation is a major environmental success, saving over 100,000 kg of CO2 emissions annually. The project not only supports sustainability but also yields substantial financial savings.
Pearce Recycling
Est. ROI
5.3
 years
Installation size
500
Lifetime savings
1665000
Self sufficiency
54
%
Cobbs Cross reduces 35 million kg CO2 and generates £17.5m in energy over 25 years
Cobbs Cross offsets a significant 1,421,371 kg of CO2 each year. Over a 25-year period, this amounts to approximately 35 million kg of CO2 reduced. Additionally, the project provides substantial financial savings of £702,975 annually, totaling £17.5 million over 25 years, highlighting its significant environmental and economic benefits.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
6.9
 years
Installation size
6500
Lifetime savings
17574375
Self sufficiency
100
%
Combermere Abbey generates enough energy to power 3,500+ homes per year
Combermere Abbey Solar Farm offsets 3,170,944 kg of CO2 each year. Over a 25-year period, this amounts to approximately 79 million kg of CO2 reduced. Additionally, the project provides significant financial savings of £1,451,974 annually, totalling £36 million over 25 years, showcasing its considerable environmental and economic benefits. ​​
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
7.8
 years
Installation size
13968
Lifetime savings
36299340
Self sufficiency
100
%
Honnington project generates nearly £30m in energy over 25 years
Honnington stands out with a remarkable annual CO2 reduction of 2,398,310 kg and substantial yearly savings of £1,171,170. Over a 25-year period, this amounts to nearly £30 million in savings, emphasizing its impressive contributions to sustainability and cost-efficiency.
Renewable Funder
Est. ROI
7
 years
Installation size
11000
Lifetime savings
29279250
Self sufficiency
100
%
ThermoFisher reduce energy costs by 15% via PPA
Custodian Capital, a commercial property asset manager, were able to secure a forecasted £4,792,281 in lifetime savings and reduce the energy costs of their tenant, ThermoFisher, by 15%.
Custodian Capital
Est. ROI
3.3
 years
Installation size
830
Lifetime savings
4792281
Self sufficiency
34
%
Cutting 8,030 kg of CO2 emissions annually with solar panels
Clifford Springs' solar panel installation has successfully cut 8,030 kg of CO2 emissions each year. This project showcases the positive impact of renewable energy on both the environment and the organization's finances.
Clifford Springs
Est. ROI
5.3
 years
Installation size
37
Lifetime savings
124579
Self sufficiency
62
%

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