

There are a range of commercial sectors that make use of solar PV systems, and each of these sectors have their own individual reasons for needing to upgrade. Here are some of the commercial solar upgrades that East Yorkshire Solar can help with:
- Agriculture, Horticulture & Farming: Rural settings often face challenges such as shading from trees, pests nesting underneath panels, and their open setting often makes fluctuating weather conditions more impactful. This can limit solar output, so by integrating power optimisers or micro-inverters, your system ensures consistent performance. These upgrades help to lower energy costs for powering essential equipment, lighting and irrigation systems and upgrading also positions your agricultural business as a leader in sustainability, vital for accessing green grants and subsidies in the UK.
- Hotels & Hospitality: In the competitive hospitality industry, energy efficiency isn’t just a cost-saving measure, it can be a strong selling point for eco-conscious guests. Upgrading your solar panels ensures your system runs at peak efficiency, reducing electricity costs for lighting, heating, cooling and other essential services. Enhanced performance through technologies like SolarEdge also allows real-time monitoring, helping you track savings and system health.
- Schools & Education: For schools and educational institutions, upgrading solar panels offers long-term cost savings and educational opportunities. Advanced solar technology ensures reliable energy outputs for classrooms and IT equipment, all whilst lowering utility bills. Incorporating app-based monitoring tools also allows students to learn about renewable energy in a hands-on way, supporting STEM education.
- Warehouses & Factories: Upgrading your solar system in these areas ensures they deliver maximum output, even in challenging conditions such as roof shading or debris build-up. Technologies like micro-inverters minimise disruptions, ensuring one panel’s fault doesn’t affect the entire system, and this translates to reduced operational costs and improved energy independence, which is especially valuable for businesses managing large facilities in the UK.

While there are no dedicated grants specifically for the installation of commercial solar panels, businesses can still benefit financially through the Government-backed Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme. This initiative allows energy companies to pay you for the surplus energy your system exports to the National Grid. Payment rates typically range from 1p/kWh to 15p/kWh, depending on your chosen energy supplier. Importantly, you are not required to use the same company that supplies your electricity, so shopping around for the most competitive rates can help you maximise your earnings.

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