Commercial Solar for Commercial Real Estate

Find your competitive edge with real estate solar by reducing your operational costs and increasing your property value.

With a competitive sector like commercial real estate, you can enhance your sustainability by using solar panels for offices or solar panels for hotels, for example.

As real estate stakeholders, you can maximize on the sun’s energy for significant environmental and financial benefits, offering a powerful solution that meets the sustainable needs of your commercial building.

At Sustain Commercial Solar, we provide tailored solar solutions designed to maximize savings and sustainability for commercial properties of all types.

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£
499500

lifetime savings for Commercial Real Estate
businesses from our installations

Why are Commercial Real Estate companies installing commercial solar?

Increased property value

Increase the value of your property with solar panels for your offices.

Enhance sustainability

Enhance your sustainability with retail solar.

Energy independence

Achieve energy independence with sustainable energy.

Financial incentives

Make use of financial incentives associated with using solar for your offices or hotels.

Why is commercial real estate using solar?

The benefits of using commercial solar for your commercial real estate are endless. If you want to enhance your sustainability and corporate responsibility to achieve a Net Zero status, solar power for your commercial real estate is the way forward.

As well as this, using commercial solar for your real estate business protects you from fluctuating energy costs and provides you with stable energy costs for 25+ years. So, you’ll be able to future-plan and budget, allowing you to grow your business and expand as much as possible.

On a more operational level, you’ll be able to maximise your unused space, such as roof space, to install solar panels for your offices or retail park. Rooftop solar panels or solar carports can morph into valuable power-generating assets that provide you with green energy, adding to the value of your commercial real estate, no doubt.

Commercial Real Estate businesses are saving millions with solar

Commercial real estate is saving millions by adopting solar power, and so can you. In this sector, commercial real estate businesses are able to dramatically reduce their energy costs across various different types of commercial properties, including retail spaces, warehouses, and offices.

When you generate your own electricity by using solar panels, you’re able to minimise, or even eradicate, reliance on the main grid, which will ultimately save you massive amounts of money. Not to mention, government incentives and tax credits that will also help in minimising upfront solar panel installation costs.

With solar power enhancing sustainability and property value, commercial real estate stakeholders are improving their bottom lines but also positioning themselves as leaders in environmental responsibility.

Average system size

123 kW

Across all Commercial Real Estate installs

Average number of panels

472

Solar panels

Total Commercial Real Estate savings

£
1.23m

British Pounds Sterling (£)

Average quoted ROI

5.3

Years

Commercial Real Estate CO2 offset
15,320m

kg of carbon offset

Equivalent tress planted

199,160k

Trees

Average system size:
120
Average number of panels:
293
Total [sector] savings:
499500
Average quoted ROI:
4.9
[sector] CO2 offset:
638522
Equivalent tress planted:
25541
Average system size:
1200
Average number of panels:
2927
Total [sector] savings:
4218000
Average quoted ROI:
5.8
[sector] CO2 offset:
6412215
Equivalent tress planted:
256489
Average system size:
700
Average number of panels:
1707
Total [sector] savings:
4704000
Average quoted ROI:
3
[sector] CO2 offset:
3598316
Equivalent tress planted:
143933
Average system size:
155
Average number of panels:
378
Total [sector] savings:
888636
Average quoted ROI:
3.2
[sector] CO2 offset:
685303
Equivalent tress planted:
27412
Average system size:
471
Average number of panels:
1149
Total [sector] savings:
2102521
Average quoted ROI:
3.7
[sector] CO2 offset:
1878678
Equivalent tress planted:
75147

Why does commercial solar work so well for Commercial Real Estate businesses?

Your commercial real estate business needs commercial solar, simply due to the fact that it gives you all the energy you need while minimising your utility bills. As a commercial building, your energy consumption is bound to be extensive because many commercial buildings will require constant light sources or energy-intensive operational processes.

Solar power gives your commercial real estate business the cost-effective and reliable power source it needs to operate efficiently and successfully. With the use of large amounts of roof space, coupled with energy independence, solar power is the perfect solution — all while never compromising on the value of your commercial building.

At Sustain Commercial, we offer reliable and cost-effective solutions to meet your energy needs, allowing you to generate your own electricity and reduce reliance on grid power.

High energy consumption
Businesses with significant energy demands, such as manufacturing plants, data centers, or large office buildings, stand to benefit greatly from commercial solar installations.

By generating their own power, they can substantially reduce their energy expenses and increase their resilience against fluctuating energy prices.
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Large roof or land space
Companies with ample unused roof space or vacant land can maximise the potential of these areas by installing solar panels.

This is particularly advantageous for warehouses, distribution centers, and agricultural businesses that might have extensive unshaded areas suitable for solar installations.
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Ambitious sustainability goals
Organisations aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and enhance their sustainability credentials will find commercial solar installations align perfectly with their environmental objectives.

This not only aids in achieving corporate social responsibility goals but also positions the business favourable in the eyes of eco-conscious consumers.
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High public visibility
Businesses that have a high profile or rely heavily on their brand image, such as retail chains, hotels, and corporations, can leverage commercial solar installations to showcase their commitment to renewable energy and sustainability.

Thereby, enhancing their reputation and appeal to a broader customer base.
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Long-term locations
Businesses that own their premises or have long-term leases will see the most financial benefit from solar installations due to the upfront investment required.

The longer a business can utilise the installation, the greater the savings and the return on investment.
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Long-term locations
Companies operating in regions where energy production is taxed or subject to strict environmental regulations may find solar installations an effective way to reduce operational costs and ensure compliance with local councils, avoiding fines and penalties.
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High daytime energy usage
Enterprises that operate primarily during daylight hours, such as retail stores, schools, and offices, can directly utilise the solar power generated, leading to immediate energy cost savings.

The usage of these businesses will align with the solar power generation curve, meaning there may also be little need for a battery storage system.
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Predictable energy usage
Businesses that have a predictable and consistent energy usage pattern, such as data centres or production facilities operating around the clock, can greatly benefit from the stability and predictability of energy costs provided by solar power.

Reducing fluctuations and better forecasting requirements.
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Need for independence
Businesses located in areas with unreliable power grids or those seeking to mitigate the risk of power outages may benefit from the energy independence that a solar installation offers, ensuring continuous operation without interruptions.

Hospitals and healthcare facilities are a great example of this, ensuring that essential services remain uninterrupted.
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Education sector
Schools, universities, and other educational facilities often have the space, long-term horizon, and commitment to sustainability that make them ideal candidates for solar installations.

Besides reducing energy costs, they can use the solar system as a practical learning tool for students.
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Education sector
Hospitals and healthcare facilities, with their critical need for reliable power and typically large energy usage, can greatly benefit from solar installations.

Solar energy can provide a dependable alternative or supplement to traditional power sources, ensuring that essential services remain uninterrupted.
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Increased property value
You may be looking for ways to increase the value of your commercial property. Solar panels for commercial buildings help boost the property's value.
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Extra income
As a landlord, you can sell solar power directly to your commercial tenants through power purchase agreements.
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Energy independence
Your commercial building will be reliant on the grid for energy. With solar panels, you'll become energy independent and won't need to rely on the grid.
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Community engagement
You may be looking for ways to raise community engagement. Having solar panels on your commercial real estate can promote community engagement and pride.
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Rising energy costs and pressure to meet sustainability targets are major challenges for commercial real estate companies.

Solar is the perfect solution to slash operating expenses, boost asset value, and enhance EPC ratings. It helps landlords lower service charges, attract premium tenants, and position their properties as sustainability leaders.

At Sustain Commercial Solar, we partner closely with CBRE to deliver substantial energy savings and strengthen ESG commitments across their portfolio.

Solar doesn’t just cut costs—it turns real estate into a high-performing asset that generates long-term value.

Jani Moran
Commercial Director
Sustain Commercial Solar
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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
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%
Case study header
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[Client name]
[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Grid reliance
-24%
Case study header
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[Client name]
[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Grid reliance
-24%
Case study header
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[Client name]
[Sector]
Est. ROI
4 years
Installation size
12.4 MW
Annual savings
£210,251
Grid reliance
-24%
£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
%
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
%
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
%
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
%
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
%
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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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Managing Director

Moss Electrical

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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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Your financial options

Our experts will help you explore financial models that work best for your commercial real estate portfolio, ensuring you maximise return on investment while cutting energy costs.

CAPEX
Upfront payment
Fastest ROI
Highest lifetime savings
Annual investment allowance tax break
Hire purchase
Leasing options
No upfront cost
Annual bills reduced from day 1
Annual investment allowance tax break
PPA
Power Purchase Agreement
No upfront or maintenance cost
Annual bills reduced from day 1
Minimal logistical involvement

Book a strategy session for your Commercial Real Estate business today

We can give you extensive projections on various commercial solar options with some basic usage data and a video call.

Commercial Real Estate solar FAQs

We’ve collated the questions that we’re usually asked by Commercial Real Estate directors and business owners into this list.

We hope that this will answer some of your burning questions, if not, please view our full FAQ library or feel free to get in touch.

We’d love to hear from you.

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