Solar Panels for Warehouses & Distribution Centres
Large warehouse and distribution centre roofs can provide an excellent opportunity for commercial solar. By using otherwise unused roof space to generate electricity, businesses can reduce their reliance on grid energy, lower electricity costs and support long-term sustainability goals.
UK Green Energy Installations designs and installs commercial solar panels for warehouses and distribution centres across Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire, including solar PV for warehouses, logistics facilities and other commercial and industrial premises.
Whether you operate a single warehouse, logistics centre or larger distribution facility, we can design a commercial rooftop solar system around your building, electricity consumption and future energy requirements.
Why Install Commercial Solar Panels on a Warehouse?
Warehouses are often particularly well suited to commercial solar. Large roof areas can accommodate substantial solar arrays, while electricity generated during the day can be used directly within the building.
Depending on your operations, warehouse solar PV could help power:
Warehouse and external lighting
Offices and staff facilities
Heating, cooling and ventilation
Conveyors and automated equipment
IT, security and monitoring systems
EV chargers and workplace charging
Other electrical equipment operating during the day
Generating more electricity on site can reduce the amount purchased from the grid and help businesses gain greater control over long-term energy costs.
Commercial Solar Designed Around Your Warehouse
There is no one-size-fits-all warehouse solar installation.
Before recommending a system, UK Green Energy Installations considers the available roof space, roof construction and orientation, electricity consumption, operating hours and existing electrical infrastructure.
We can also consider future requirements such as additional equipment, business expansion, workplace EV charging or fleet electrification.
This allows us to design a commercial solar panel system around the way your warehouse actually uses electricity, rather than simply installing as many panels as will fit on the roof.
Solar Panels for Distribution Centres & Logistics Facilities
Distribution centres and logistics facilities can have significant daytime electricity requirements from lighting, offices, conveyors, automation, material-handling equipment and other electrical systems.
This can provide a good opportunity to use solar electricity as it is generated.
For logistics businesses considering EV charging or future fleet electrification, commercial solar can also form part of a wider energy strategy incorporating battery storage and EV charging infrastructure.
Commercial Solar Panels & Battery Storage
Commercial battery storage can be installed alongside warehouse solar panels where appropriate.
A battery can store surplus solar electricity for use later rather than exporting it immediately to the grid. Depending on the site's electricity consumption and tariff, battery storage may also provide opportunities to use lower-cost electricity at different times of the day.
However, not every warehouse solar installation needs a battery. We assess your energy usage and objectives before recommending whether commercial battery storage makes sense for your site.
How Much Could Solar Panels Save a Warehouse?
The potential savings from warehouse solar panels depend on several factors, including:
Available warehouse roof space
Size of the solar PV system
Electricity consumption
Operating hours
How much solar electricity can be used on site
Electricity tariffs and export arrangements
Whether battery storage is incorporated
Rather than relying on generic savings figures, UK Green Energy Installations can assess your premises and provide estimated solar generation and financial projections for the proposed system.
Warehouse Solar Case Study – Farnham, Surrey
UK Green Energy Installations installed 144 solar panels on a commercial industrial unit in Farnham, providing just over 60kW of solar generation.
The project was designed around the building’s new roof and existing skylights, with careful consideration given to the warehouse below and the overall roof structure.
View the Store Property Case Study →Commercial Solar Installation With Minimal Disruption
We understand that warehouses and distribution centres need to remain operational.
Our commercial solar installations are planned around the requirements of the site, from initial survey and system design through to installation, commissioning and monitoring.
Where required, work can be coordinated with site managers, roofing contractors and other stakeholders to minimise disruption to normal operations.
Why Choose UK Green Energy Installations?
UK Green Energy Installations has more than 30 years of electrical industry experience and provides commercial renewable energy solutions throughout Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire.
We are MCS certified, NICEIC registered and TrustMark approved, with experience designing and installing commercial solar PV, battery storage and EV charging solutions.
Our approach considers both the renewable energy system and the electrical infrastructure behind it, helping businesses plan for their current and future energy requirements.
Need a Commercial or Industrial Electrician Too?
UK Green Energy Installations is part of LS Electrical Ltd. Our experienced commercial and industrial electricians support warehouses, distribution centres and industrial premises across Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire.
From three-phase power and distribution upgrades to commercial EICRs, machinery supplies, lighting, electrical installations and ongoing maintenance, LS Electrical can support the wider electrical requirements of your premises.
Visit LS Electrical – Commercial & Industrial Electricians →Frequently Asked Questions About Warehouse Solar Panels
Are warehouse roofs suitable for solar panels?
Many warehouse roofs are well suited to commercial solar panels because they provide large areas of otherwise unused roof space. Suitability depends on factors such as roof construction, condition, orientation, shading, skylights and structural considerations, which can be assessed as part of a commercial solar survey.
How many solar panels can fit on a warehouse roof?
The number of solar panels that can be installed depends on the size and usable area of the warehouse roof, along with skylights, access requirements, roof construction and other design considerations. UK Green Energy Installations designs each warehouse solar PV system specifically around the building and its electricity requirements.
Can solar panels power a warehouse?
Solar panels can provide a significant proportion of a warehouse's electricity, particularly where there is substantial daytime consumption. The amount will depend on the size of the solar PV system and the warehouse's electricity usage. Grid electricity remains available whenever additional power is required.
Can battery storage be installed with warehouse solar panels?
Yes. Commercial battery storage can be installed alongside warehouse solar PV to store surplus solar electricity for later use. Whether battery storage is worthwhile will depend on the site's electricity consumption, operating hours, electricity tariffs and overall energy objectives.
Can solar panels support EV charging at a distribution centre?
Yes. Commercial solar panels can be designed alongside EV charging and battery storage as part of a wider energy solution. This can be particularly relevant to distribution centres and logistics businesses considering workplace charging or future fleet electrification.
Do you install solar panels for warehouses in Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire?
Yes. UK Green Energy Installations designs and installs commercial solar panels for warehouses, distribution centres, logistics facilities and industrial premises across Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire.