16.9 C
Manchester
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
EnergySUN SHINES ON PROJECT SOLAR UK AS GROWTH TRAJECTORY CONTINUES

SUN SHINES ON PROJECT SOLAR UK AS GROWTH TRAJECTORY CONTINUES

A Stockport-based retailer and installer of solar panels is celebrating a decade in business as the move towards green energy moves apace.

Project Solar UK, established in 2011 by Simon Peat, has built a reputation as the go-to supplier in the fast-growing clean energy market. It now employs 130 people at its call centres in Stockport and Burton-upon-Trent and has installation teams located across the country.

2021 is a milestone year for the ambitious team who forecast that their 20,000th installation will take place during their decade celebrations

Since its inception in 2011, Project Solar UK has completed over 18,000 domestic installations saving 3750 tonnes of carbon each year. The solar power systems used derive clean, pure energy from the sun, helping combat greenhouse gas emissions and reducing collective dependence on fossil fuel such as coal and natural gas. The company forecasts that its customer base will save at least the same tonnage of carbon in the next decade as interest in reducing carbon emissions climbs the agenda in households.

Solar panels are a direct way to reduce ongoing energy bills as they are designed to absorb energy from daylight and convert it into energy for domestic use. Any excess can then be sold back to the energy supplier through a Smart Export Guarantee, a fee paid per KW hour. This sell back scheme, launched 12 months ago, has already seen millions of KW hours paid back to homeowners nationally who have moved to incorporating solar panels on their roofs.

Simon Peat, Managing Director, states, “There is a clear shift to clean, green energy as customers are actively seeking out options to run their domestic appliances without harming the environment. Solar panels, used alone or as part of a wider energy solution, are proving an attractive and cost-effective option that is being explored by an increasing number of householders evidenced by the surge in calls we are experiencing from our call centre bases. Our expert team are explaining that we do not need to always have direct sunlight to generate energy and that daylight, even when overcast, plays an important role. Once people understand how solar panels and power work, they can visualise a future using a new energy source, translating into a busy sales pipeline for our national installation teams.”

Project Solar are marking their decade in business by renewing their sponsorship of Stockport County FC and continue to sponsor community football teams at Stockport Vikings. Their relationship with the Hatters includes centre circle sponsorship, personal sponsorship of four players and a dedicated Project Solar Day at the club which will take place when permitted withing government guidelines.

Latest

The green fleet: Sourcing affordable EVs at car auctions

The used electric vehicle market is experiencing unprecedented growth across the UK, with government data showing that zero-emission vehicles accounted for 20% of all new car...

Timberwise Boss Reveals Five Costly Issues Buyers of Older Homes Should Know

A leading voice in property care has revealed the five most widespread and expensive issues that often arise when people purchase older homes. George Edwards,...

K2L Marketing Strengthens Global Footprint with New Offices in Dubai and Illinois

Manchester-based performance marketing agency K2L has announced the opening of two new international offices, one in Dubai and the other in Illinois, USA. This...

Choosing reliable vehicle financing for families in Manchester

When it comes to securing vehicle financing for your family, reliability is essential. Families need to consider the long-term impact of their financial decisions,...
Subscribe to our newsletter
Business Manchester will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing.
Don't miss

FREESMO Leads the Way with Smarter Smoke-Free Choices Through Trusted Questionnaire

As the smoke-free sector continues to grow and diversify, FREESMO is highlighting the importance of its Smoke-Free Questionnaire – a tried and tested tool...

K2L Marketing Strengthens Global Footprint with New Offices in Dubai and Illinois

Manchester-based performance marketing agency K2L has announced the opening of two new international offices, one in Dubai and the other in Illinois, USA. This...

Appy Pie Unveils Snappy 2.5: A Faster, Smarter Website Builder Designed Around User Feedback

Appy Pie has introduced Snappy 2.5, the latest upgrade to its website builder, developed in direct response to long-standing user feedback. This release focuses...

Timberwise Boss Reveals Five Costly Issues Buyers of Older Homes Should Know

A leading voice in property care has revealed the five most widespread and expensive issues that often arise when people purchase older homes. George Edwards,...

More News

Heat Engineer Software Limited receives significant investment from Greenarc

Heat Engineer Software, the Lancashire based company at the forefront of heat loss calculations and the sizing of both renewable and traditional heating equipment,...

Cellcycle and Kerry Logistics Partner to Strengthen Sustainable Battery Supply Chain in the UK

UK-based battery recycling expert Cellcycle, part of the SER Group, has signed a Mutual Cooperation Agreement with Kerry Logistics (UK), a member of the...

Eternity Technologies Strengthens India Presence with Vijayawada Production Facility Acquisition

Eternity Technologies is pleased to confirm the acquisition of the Vijayawada production facility previously operated by EnerSys India Batteries Private Limited. This acquisition is a...