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Max Richmond, Senior Design Engineer at Eden Sustainable, explains exactly how much space commercial solar panels need: flat roofs, pitched roofs, ground-mount and carports.

A complete guide to G99 grid connection requirements for UK commercial solar. Who needs it, what documents you need, how long it takes, and where projects get delayed.

Commercial and residential solar look similar on the roof but differ across system size, inverters, regulation, VAT, and funding. Eden Sustainable explains what business owners need to know.

Solar PV can move a commercial building 1-3 EPC bands under SBEM methodology. Find out how it works, what the MEES 2031 deadline means, and how Eden Sustainable models EPC uplift before installation.

Solar panels and batteries work harder together. This guide explains the real financial, operational and ESG benefits for UK businesses.

This guide explains precisely how different weather conditions affects energy generation; why cold and cloudy days are not the problem they appear; and how UK solar irradiance compares to Germany, the world's most solar-mature comparable market.

The 2026 Defence Investment Plan will defer some energy projects. Here is what it means for UK businesses and why onsite solar matters more than ever.

This guide covers the four frameworks most relevant to UK commercial buildings and addresses the relationship between solar, ESG reporting obligations, and the commercial property valuation premium increasingly associated with strong green credentials.

This guide sets out the correct methodology for calculating commercial solar energy savings, with current UK rate data, worked examples across different system sizes, and a clear explanation of the variables that have the greatest impact on the final figure.

This short article is our honest attempt to explain what a commercial solar PPA actually is; how it works in practice; what it can deliver; and critically, where the limitations and considerations lie. We’re not going to tell you it is perfect for every business, because it is not. What we are going to do is give you enough honest information to make the right decision for yours.

The 2026 King's Speech framed renewable energy, including solar, as a national security issue for the first time. The Energy Independence Bill, broker regulation, late payment reform and wider deregulation measures create a compelling case for UK businesses to act on solar now, before demand on grid connections and installer capacity intensifies.

Why current market uncertainty around energy prices is the strongest argument for commercial solar.

With dozens of manufacturers competing for specification in commercial and industrial solar projects, choosing the right panel brand is one of the most consequential decisions a business makes. This guide sets out what matters, what has changed in 2026, and which manufacturers consistently earn specification on commercial rooftops across the UK.

What businesses need to understand about energy in 2026 and beyond. This article sets out what has actually happened to UK commercial energy prices, what is driving costs in 2026 (even before the Iran conflict), and what that means for businesses with high and consistent energy demands.

Commercial solar panels are up to 95% recyclable by weight. But did you know disposal is also a legal obligation under UK WEEE regulations? Understanding your end-of-life responsibilities is part of responsible solar ownership. Read the full guide.

There are two traditional funding routes available to pay for a commercial solar panel installation for your business. Find out the differences between the two

As energy costs rise and sustainability targets become more pressing, many businesses are asking a critical question, can commercial solar panels really generate enough power to meet high energy demands?

A Guide to Panel Longevity, Performance and Long-Term Value

As a solar developer working in the Commercial and Industrial sectors, a question that we often get asked early on in conversations is also one of the most logical ones: "What is this going to cost?" The short answer , albeit not hugely helpful alone, is that you should expect to see costs ranging from around £500/kWp to, at times, over £1,100/kWp. So, what does ‘£ per kWp’ actually mean? kWp stands for kilowatt peak, this is a measure of the maximum power output of your sol

Which building types are suitable for installing rooftop solar panels? What are some of the main things to consider when installing rooftop solar panels?