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Commercial Solar Panel Installers:
North East, Durham & Northumberland

How We Work

At EcoFuture we develop, help fund, build and operate large-scale Solar PV installations for businesses and the public sector. We have dedicated experts that will be with you every step of the way to help guide you through the process.

  • Develop

We begin by completing an audit of your energy estate and diagnose any opportunities, before creating a bespoke technical solution:

  • Design a technical solution that addresses your goals
  • Deliver a robust feasibility process
  • Advise on planning, connection and site safety considerations
  • Outline capital investment and any available financing solutions
  • Build

We then build and integrate the proposed solution into your business, with careful project management to ensure a seamless process:

  • Dedicated Account Management team to support planning and grid connectivity

  • Experienced project managers to complete on time and budget

  • Test and activate your solution, and connect to infrastructure 

  • Minimise disruption and have the high safety standards

  • Fund

Next, we can work with you to ensure you are able to secure the necessary project funding:

  • Funding and commercial options that align with business goals

  • Dedicated support to develop a solution that allows for no upfront costs

  • Operate

Finally, our Operations and Maintenance (O&M) teams will be on hand to ensure optimal operation and ongoing value from the solution:

  • Regular inspections and proactive maintenance

  • Remote monitoring to track performance, potential issues and improvements

  • Comprehensive cost and carbon savings reporting

  • Incorporate O&M with no upfront cost with our funding solution

Key Benefits: Commercial Solar Panels

  • 1. Save on
    your Bills

Solar power is a renewable energy source, which is free to harvest. The panels draw energy from the sun and then feed it into the commercial property. It’s possible, with the right system, to offset a business’s entire electricity supply with the use of solar power.

  • 2. Additional Income Stream

If you find that the system creates more electricity than you can use, you can sell this back to the grid and make money from doing so. Given the size of most commercial buildings, it’s possible to create massive energy stores that the company can use as an additional income stream.

  • 3. Mitigate Rising Energy Costs

Rising energy prices have already, sadly, put a lot of companies out of business. By installing solar panels you no longer need to worry about any further increases, giving the company financial stability and easing forecasting issues.

  • 4. Investment In the Future

The installation of solar panels is always going to be a sound investment. The risk is exceptionally low, and all installs will see a reduction in energy bills as a result.

  • 5. No Need to Rely on the Grid

It’s widely reported that the National Grid is struggling in the UK. The government is already conducting energy audits for large businesses via the Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme (ESOS).

  • 6. Reduces Carbon Footprint

Renewable energy such as solar power means that there is less demand for carbon-heavy fuels such as oil and gas. Companies not only benefit from lower bills but also create positive PR.

  • 7. Sustainable
    Branding

Customers are now looking for businesses that are doing their bit for the environment. This includes everything from non-plastic packaging to the use of renewable energy sources. 

  • 8. Improved
    EPC Rating

EPC requirements are changing for businesses UK and installing solar panels can help boost your EPC ratings substantially.

How to Finance

For commercial property owners, the opportunities for Solar PV are significant, not only in the short-term to reduce energy costs, but over the longer term to drive creative ways in which they can maximise returns from generating their own electricity.

  • CapEx (Capital Expenditure)

Many companies
choose to pay for their
solar PV installation outright using Capital Expenditure (CapEx). 

There are many benefits to paying for them outright; firstly you own the asset from day one and based on market conditions the payback periods are the best we have ever seen. 

The administration of this is also much simpler than alternative funding mechanisms and
there are potential tax benefits in relation to Annual Investment Allowance or a 50% First Year Allowance which has been extended
to March 2026.

  • Asset
    Finance

More companies are choosing to pay for their commercial solar panels using Asset Finance. This is where a finance company pays for the full cost of the system, then you pay them a set amount each month until the system is paid off.

9 times out of 10 we can find a way to make sure the system is cash positive from year 1. 


We do this by fluctuating the term to ensure the loan repayments are less than what you save per annum from your electricity bill.

  • Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

A Power Purchase Agreement, also known as a PPA, is where an investor or energy company funds the solar PV system installation at your premises and you agree to purchase the electricity you use from the panels at a reduced rate.

The funder will retain ownership of the PV system until the end of the lease, this could be anything from 10-30 years. If you opt for a shorter lease the likelihood is your rate that you purchase the power for will be higher but you will own the asset faster.

  • Solar
    Panel Grants

Using business solar panel grants for commercial solar PV installations is a great way to reduce the cost of the initial outlay and improve your return on investment. The grant landscape changes regularly and is subject to certain eligibility criteria.

Although there are no specific grants
available at present which are just for commercial solar PV systems, there are a number of grants available which can be used to partially fund your solar PV system.

Why Choose EcoFuture For Your
Commercial Solar PV Installation?

As a company, we always strive to be at the forefront of renewable technologies and serve to improve our knowledge & technical capabilities. We have invested a large amount of time and resources into renewable energy training & product testing. We are extremely proud to be recognised and affiliated with the following:

We meet with clients on site and will conduct a survey of your property, detailing current heat loss
and potential for installing a more efficient and cost effective system.

At EcoFuture, we understand that every home is different. Following your survey you will get a bespoke solution for your renewable technology that will fit your property and lifestyle. 

The installation process can take a number of days, and once completed we will conduct a thorough hand-over of your new technology. This is to ensure you are fully confident in using it going forward.

We will be in touch approximately 7 days after installation to ensure everything is still running smoothly. We want to make sure that you are completely satisfied with our service and your new technology.

What Does Our Installation Process Look Like?

We’re able to offer advice on what we think will work best to meet your needs. This might include the location, number of panels, products to use, and how it can work to offset costs within your business.

Our plan will include a schedule of work to be completed. We realise that most businesses will be trading throughout the installation process, so we work to keep disruption to an absolute minimum. We can agree on times that you want us on site and times that you don’t, but ideally, once a project is started, we work non-stop to get it finished for our clients.

Our process

How Does Commercial
Solar PV Work?

We’re able to offer advice on what we think will work best to meet your needs. This might include the location, number of panels, products to use, and how it can work to offset costs within your business.

Commercial Solar Panels

Solar Panels

Solar panels absorb sunlight and create a current which is then used as electricity for your building instead of taking power directly from the mains supply.

Battery

Electricity generated from your solar panels is stored inside a battery so it can be used at any time during the day or night, giving your power even when the sun isn't shining.

Electricity

Electricity from your battery can then be used to power any electrical appliance or fixture within your commercial space potentially saving you thousands in bills each year.

Is Your Building Suitable For Commercial Solar PV?

The suitability of your commercial property will determine the type and size of the setup that you can install. We’ve included a few points to consider on suitability, but it’s worth noting that even if you can’t offset your energy bills 100%, you can still make significant savings even on smaller solar panel systems.

Size of
the Building

The size of the building usually determines how many solar panels we include. Given the most will be roof installations, the square meterage is an important factor here. The bigger the better, but there are regulations in place that need to be considered, such as being at least 1m away from the edge of the roof and not protruding more than 200mm.

Roof
Construction

The construction of the roof can also determine if or how many panels can be installed. Panels are best suited to a pitch of around 30 degrees but can work on flat roofs as well, just with reduced efficiency. It needs to be strong enough to hold a considerable amount of weight, but we can work with you to reinforce it where necessary.

Roof
Angle

Solar panels work best at an angle of around 35 degrees and due-south facing. This allows them to be exposed to the most amount of sun throughout the year and increases the amount of energy they produce.

Roof
Space

If you’re not using a roof location for the panels, then you need to ensure you’ve enough space outside for the panels to be located. This can be in fields or in specially designed locations, like unused car parks or storage bays. The more space you have, the more panels you can install and the more energy you can create.

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SigEnergy Commercial Battery Storage

We can deliver compact systems all the way through to industrial, multi-mwh solutions

SegenStack

Sigenergy’s latest modular BESS solution, SigenStack, offers a flexible, reliable and scalable option for commercial applications. Its innovative modular design simplifies site selection, system placement and installation. 

Segen C&I Inverter 

Sigenergy’s latest C&I solution is designed for optimal safety, flexibility, efficiency, and intelligence. Being the world’s smallest and lightest C&I inverter in its power range, Sigen C&I Inverter drives customer value by enabling easier transportation and installation.

Business Energy Gateway

Integrated with the Sigen Hybrid Inverter and SigenStack, the Sigenergy Gateway enables intelligent energy management with seamless backup power and 24/7 monitoring. It supports multi-unit parallel operation for flexible scaling from kilowatts to megawatts.

SegenStor Modular Battery Storage

SigenStor is an AI-optimized 5-in-one energy storage system that brings your solar dream to reality, helping you achieve energy independence with maximum efficiency, savings, flexibility and resilience.

Fully Managed Account

Our experienced team will handle all aspects of your account. From switching suppliers to obtaining prices and dealing with issues,
we are your business support without being on your payroll.

Why Choose Us?

  • Expert data-led advice given based on market trends.
  • Access to over 25 suppliers. When we conduct pricing comparisons you get full scope of the market.

Energy

See electrical consumption
for every minute of the day, from the very start
of the service.

Circuits

Monitor every circuit in your property and check exactly what it’s costing you, from a light fitting to a production line.

Energy Generation

Monitor your Solar PV, Generators, Battery storage systems and any other electrical generations you can think of.

Gas

You can also manage your properties gas consumption at site or sub-meter level.

Temperature

Measure the temperature of your offices, data centres, fridges, swimming pools and immersion tanks.

Water

Measure water, whether it’s hot or cold, You can even monitor individual taps, toilets and showers.

Get your bespoke commercial quote...

Each commercial solar panel project we undertake is different. If you’re interested in a solar solution for your business please get in touch as we’re confident we can come up with a bespoke scheme which meets your needs.

PLEASE NOTE:

As all commercial installs are bespoke designs the best way to get the ball rolling is to get in touch with us and arrange a site visit and survey.

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MCS, which stands for Microgeneration Certification Scheme, is a certification scheme in the United Kingdom that provides quality assurance for microgeneration products and installers in the renewable energy industry.

Trustmark is a UK government-endorsed quality scheme for the home improvement and home repair industry, including renewable energy installations. The purpose of Trustmark endorsement is to provide consumers with confidence in the quality and standards of work carried out by contractors in their homes.

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