Engineering Services
Solar Panels for Commercial Buildings
The installation of solar technology enables your business to generate its own power, providing renewable electricity to meet some or even all of your daily operational energy needs.
Combining 20 years of experience and expertise with engineering solutions across a diverse range of applications has enabled Inergy Group to develop HVAC solutions and services specifically designed to minimise energy consumption whilst maximising free cooling and heat reclamation.
We support our range of energy-efficient HVAC services as commercial solar panel suppliers and provide leading-edge renewable energy technology for any size business.
A Journey to Net Zero 2050
Net zero 2050 is the UK government’s target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2050. This target requires a significant shift in how businesses operate, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and increasing energy efficiency.
Generating clean and renewable electricity reduces the environmental impact of your business and can contribute significantly towards achieving your sustainability target and reducing your carbon footprint. We’ve already helped several businesses move toward net zero with commercial solar panels.
Advantages of Commercial Solar Panels for Your Business
- Lower carbon footprint - Generating solar energy will significantly reduce your business’s carbon footprint.
- Improved Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) - Installing Solar panels demonstrates your business's commitment to environmental protection and is better for the environment.
- Energy Bill savings - Commercial solar panels generate free electricity during the daytime that can be used immediately on-site. This lowers your operational demand for energy from the grid and potentially saves you thousands of pounds on your energy bills in the long run.
- Business Resilience & Energy Security - Reduce dependence on imported energy and finite resources and secure your future operations. This local power generation also protects against power cuts and other unexpected outages. Storing electricity on-site using large batteries also means giving your business a supply to fall back on should this be needed.
- Solar income - Any additional surplus power is sold back to the grid, potentially generating a new revenue stream for your business.
How Do Commercial Solar Panels Work?
Solar panels work by converting sunlight into electricity through a process known as the photovoltaic effect.
Solar panels comprise small units called photovoltaic cells made of silicon. When sunlight hits the silicon, it causes electrons to move, creating a flow of electricity. The electricity generated by the solar panels is in the form of direct current (DC), which is then converted into alternating current (AC) by an inverter, making it suitable for use in commercial and industrial buildings.
Custom Commercial Solar Panel Installations to Suit You
Our experts consider many factors when planning the perfect commercial solar panel for your building.
For example, the orientation of the building and the amount of sunlight it receives throughout the day will be assessed. The ideal location for solar panels is a south-facing roof with minimal shading. Other factors are the roof’s size and slope, the building’s structural integrity, and any local regulations or zoning laws that may impact the installation process. It’s also important to consider the business’s energy needs and the size of the solar panel system required to meet those needs.
Here are some prime locations often chosen by commercial solar panel installers in the UK.
- Rooftop Solar - Solar panels can be installed on most roof structures and materials. Our partners will carry out detailed structural surveys to enable them to maximise the on-site installation and generation whilst protecting the integrity of your building.
- Ground-mounted - Following a specific ground survey, a solar system can be mounted and constructed on available land space.
- Solar car ports - Solar panels can be mounted onto a frame that sits above the car spaces, protecting the vehicles from the elements and utilising the free air space above the parking.
Why choose Inergy Group for your Solar Project?
- Consultative Approach - Speak to our friendly team, who can advise on a bespoke solution balancing your energy requirement with available space.
- Complete Project Management - We provide a fully costed proposal based on your business needs. Our installation is fully inclusive of all costs associated with the solar panels and supporting equipment and is managed carefully every step of the way.
Our team of expert engineers has the knowledge and experience to design and install a solar panel system tailored to your business’s unique needs and requirements. With a focus on quality and reliability, we use only the best materials and equipment to ensure your solar panel system is built to last. Contact us today to discover how our commercial solar panel services will benefit your business.