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Commercial Solar

Power Your Business with Commercial Solar

Reduce electricity costs, generate your own renewable energy and improve long-term energy resilience. Government-backed funding is available when commercial solar is installed alongside battery storage, with alternative finance options available for standalone commercial solar projects.

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Reduce energy costsgenerate your own electricity
Reduce emissionssupport ESG objectives
Energy independencereduce reliance on the grid
Built for businesscommercial-grade systems
Why Solar

Why Businesses Choose Commercial Solar

Commercial solar can help businesses reduce long-term operating costs while supporting sustainability and resilience objectives.

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Lower Electricity Costs

Generate your own electricity and reduce long-term operating costs.

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Greater Energy Independence

Reduce reliance on volatile and rising electricity prices.

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Better Long-Term Returns

Solar can deliver savings for many years with suitable design.

Sustainability

Support carbon reduction objectives and ESG performance.

Flexible Finance

Standalone commercial solar can often be funded commercially.

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Better with Battery Storage

Batteries can increase self-consumption and improve project value.

Better Together: Solar + Battery Storage

Combining solar with battery storage can help capture excess energy during the day and use it when your business needs it most.

Generate clean energy
Store excess energy
Power your business

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Commercial Solar Finance Options

Standalone commercial solar projects may not fall within certain government-backed funding schemes, but we can help identify suitable commercial finance options.

  • Asset finance
  • Finance lease
  • Hire purchase
  • Other finance options through partners
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Typical Commercial Solar Project

  • Initial consultation
  • Desktop review
  • Site survey and data collection
  • Technical design and proposal
  • Funding or finance assessment
  • Installation
  • Commissioning and support
Suitable Sectors

Is Commercial Solar Right for Your Business?

Manufacturing

Reduce production costs and protect against energy price volatility.

Agriculture

Power farms and rural operations with clean on-site energy.

Warehousing & Logistics

Lower operating costs and improve energy efficiency.

Offices

Reduce carbon footprint and support sustainability targets.

Retail

Generate clean energy and create long-term savings.

Hospitality

Cut energy costs and improve guest experience through sustainability.

Process

The Northfield Process

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1. Review

We review your business and energy goals.

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2. Site Survey

We assess your site and collect the data we need.

3. Proposal

You receive a tailored solution and financial overview.

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4. Finance Review

We identify the most suitable funding or finance route.

5. Design

Our engineers design a solution around your business.

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6. Installation

Trusted partners deliver a professional install.

7. Support

We monitor performance and provide ongoing support.

FAQs

Commercial Solar FAQs

Is commercial solar worth it?

Commercial solar can be worthwhile for businesses with suitable roof space, strong electricity usage and long-term site plans.

Can I install solar without battery storage?

Yes. Battery storage is not always required, but it can improve self-consumption and resilience for some sites.

Can I add battery storage later?

Often yes, subject to system design and site infrastructure.

What finance options are available?

Commercial finance may include asset finance, lease options, hire purchase or other partner-led finance routes.

How long does installation take?

Timescales depend on system size, site conditions, surveys, grid considerations and installation complexity.

How much roof space do I need?

This depends on your energy usage, building type, roof condition and desired system size.

Do I need planning permission?

Some projects may require planning review. We assess this as part of the project process.

How long do solar panels last?

Commercial solar panels are typically designed for long operational lifespans, subject to specification, maintenance and site conditions.

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