Industrial Solar Panels for Manufacturing Businesses

With our specialised commercial solar systems, we provide your business with industrial solar panels that meet the unique needs of your facilities.

At Sustain Commercial Solar, we offer cost-effective energy solutions that help drive long-term savings and operational efficiency.

Robert Moss

Managing Director

Moss Electrical

July 14, 2024
We have made enormous savings on our costs. We now make a 6 figure income on the energy generated by our system.
£
1665000

lifetime savings for Manufacturing
businesses from our installations

Why are Manufacturing companies installing commercial solar?

Cost-effectiveness

With industrial solar panels powering your manufacturing business, you'll automatically have reduced operational costs.

Carbon footprint reduction

Having industrial solar panels installed will dramatically reduce your carbon footprint.

Energy independence

Achieve energy independence with industrial solar panel installations.

Long-term sustainability

With industrial solar panels, you'll be able to acquire long-term sustainability for your manufacturing business.

Why are manufacturing companies installing industrial solar panels?

We know that manufacturing facilities have unique energy needs, often requiring around-the-clock electricity.

As a result of this, our commercial solar systems can be customised to meet the high power demands of industrial machinery and continuous operations, ensuring your production stays uninterrupted with industrial solar panels.

Our industrial solar panel installation services offer a direct solution to your energy problem by providing your manufacturing business with clean, renewable energy that dramatically reduces your reliance on the grid.

Manufacturing businesses are saving millions with solar

Your energy consumption as a manufacturing business will most likely be one of your biggest expenses.

With the help of Sustain Commercial Solar, we can help you achieve energy independence and help reduce your energy bills so you can focus on what’s important.

With a solar system designed to meet the needs of your facility, you’ll start seeing immediate savings on your electricity bills. Over time, these savings add up, delivering a strong return on investment and allowing you to allocate resources to other critical areas of the business.

Average system size

123 kW

Across all Manufacturing installs

Average number of panels

472

Solar panels

Total Manufacturing savings

£
1.23m

British Pounds Sterling (£)

Average quoted ROI

5.3

Years

Manufacturing CO2 offset
15,320m

kg of carbon offset

Equivalent tress planted

199,160k

Trees

Average system size:
500
Average number of panels:
1220
Total [sector] savings:
1665000
Average quoted ROI:
5.3
[sector] CO2 offset:
2706064
Equivalent tress planted:
108243
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:
830
Average number of panels:
2024
Total [sector] savings:
4792281
Average quoted ROI:
3.3
[sector] CO2 offset:
3778049
Equivalent tress planted:
151122

Why does commercial solar work so well for Manufacturing businesses?

Your manufacturing business will require a dependable and cost-effective energy source to ensure that your business runs smoothly, avoiding any financial loss.

But, besides the financial benefits of using commercial solar, your business will be seen as one that practices sustainability.

By adhering to your corporate responsibility to use industrial solar panels, you will automatically reduce your carbon footprint, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and meet corporate sustainability goals.

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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Night-time manufacturing usage
Your manufacturing business might need to run throughout the night. With industrial solar panels, your business can use the energy generated during the day to power night-time usage.
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Reduction in manufacturing energy costs
Your manufacturing business will be spending a large amount of money on energy costs. With industrial solar panels you will be able to save on bills.
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Reduce your manufacturing carbon footprint
Your business will be consuming a lot of energy, and with this, comes a vast amount of greenhouse gases being emitted. Reduce your carbon footprint with industrial solar panels.
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Earn money year on year
You’ll probably find that you’re generating extra energy with solar panels. You’re able to sell any excess energy back to the grid.
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Manufacturing facilities are often home to large, power-hungry machinery, some of which may only operate sporadically while some operates day-in/day-out.

These businesses often operate on large sites with extensive roof space which can make them an ideal candidate for PV panels to help cover the baseline load alongside storage to assist with peaks and surges.

Sustain Commercial Solar will take all of this into account when specifying a system and ensure that the client is presented with a proposal that will provide long-term financial benefits by significantly reducing grid dependence.

We installed a 37kW PV system with battery storage for Clifford Springs which has reduced their grid dependence by over 60% while offsetting over 8,000KG of CO2 annually.

More information on this project can be found here - Clifford Springs Case Study | Sustain Commercial Solar

Corey Ward
Business Development Manager
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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[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%
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
%
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
%
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
%
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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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Portfolio Manager

Custodian Capital

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Your financial options

Let us help your manufacturing business navigate the financial incentives and support available, optimising your energy investment based on your facility's continuous operational needs.

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 Manufacturing business today

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

Manufacturing solar FAQs

We’ve collated the questions that we’re usually asked by Manufacturing 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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