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Why should your business generate its own energy with solar panels?

Writer's picture: Sally CoxSally Cox

Updated: Apr 17, 2023


The energy provided by the sun is an incredible source of power that we can harness to help run commercial premises. Installing solar panels makes a big difference to your business overheads and the planet, but do they work for everyone.


Why should I generate energy with solar PV

Are they right for your business?

We have a look at some of the fundamental benefits of solar PV:

  • Steady & dependable energy costs, increasing your energy security and protecting your business from future energy price increases

  • Renewable energy generation from solar PV is now suitable for a wide variety of businesses,

  • Sustainable & environmentally friendly, contributing to Net Zero targets.

  • Solar PV innovation & technology has been evolving, with reliability high, and maintenance costs low.

Energy Cost

One of the primary benefits of installing commercial PV is that it saves businesses money. This investment will typically break even in 3-4 years and from then on, the savings will be considerable.

Solar PV has a long lifetime, with low maintenance costs. Solar panels provide free, green energy throughout the day that can be used to power your business. This in turn lowers your demand for energy from the grid. If you don’t use all your generated solar power, you will be able sell the surplus to your current electricity provider or better still store it in a battery storage system for your use after sunset.

By investing in solar power your business can protect a significant portion of its energy usage from increasing costs and will put you ahead of growing legislation to curb emissions as the government begins to focus on Net Zero. One of the benefits is that you’re effectively forward buying your electricity at a set cost. This gives you a great measure of protection from fluctuating market prices and provides an extra safeguard against the effects of future regulation, making financial forecasting much easier.


Suitable for a variety of businesses

The technology has improved considerably, and supply and installation prices have deceased in recent years. This versatility makes it a good choice for many companies, whether it’s used to supplement energy from the grid or in conjunction with another renewable energy source. Companies have great potential for utilising their warehouse roofs, their properties and land to generate energy.


Sustainable and environmentally friendly

Solar power is a great investment that can significantly reduce your overall carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions and works well for businesses keen to boost their green credentials. As a renewable energy source, solar power doesn’t cause any pollution or damaging emissions. If your business is keen to demonstrate a commitment to the environment and as part of your corporate and social responsibly and NetZero plans, solar PV is a cost-effective option that will save emissions and reduce costs.


Reliable and low maintenance

The installation of solar PV is fast and efficient. It’s also a low maintenance system, which operates with minimal service and maintenance requirements. Solar cells are encased in protective glass and surrounded by non-corrosive casing that can withstand exposure to the elements. A solar PV system has a life span of at least 25 years with long warranty periods protecting your investment.


Final thoughts

Solar power is an investment that offers countless advantages for businesses, which can break even within 3-4 years, but it’s also something that requires careful consideration to determine if it’s the right choice for your company.


At Peace Marsh, we develop electricity generation renewables in locations where the technology matches the resource and advise on suitable energy storage systems where beneficial. It’s important to assess your business needs and usage patterns carefully so that you have all the information you need to make the right decisions.


Please do get in touch, our team will be happy to help navigate you and your company through the Renewable Energy options, and which is most suitable for you.

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