Solar panels for manufacturers and factories 

Cut the cost of powering your factory with electricity generated on your own roof.

For manufacturers, high and unpredictable energy costs can put real pressure on margins. Solar gives you more control – generating electricity on site to reduce your Scope 2 emissions and lowering the cost of powering your operations. 

With over 25 years of renewable energy expertise, Good Energy can help you get more from your investment. From a system designed around your site and energy demand, to competitive export rates and renewable electricity supply, we can help you cut costs, reduce carbon and take greater control of your energy.

Built around your business. 

We work with you to design the system around your site and energy use to maximise savings and returns, with expert support for the lifetime of your panels. 

Get more from your roof. 

Premium solar panels and optimisation technology help maximise generation from your available roof space, without compromising on safety. 

Keep production running. 

We plan installation around your operations, keeping downtime and disruption to a minimum so your business can keep moving. 

Get more from your energy. 

We’ll help maximise the value of your solar with competitive export rates, while renewable electricity supply can support your Scope 2 emission goals. 

Let’s explore what’s possible for your site

Request your free solar assessment below and we’ll be in touch to arrange a call. We’ll then prepare a tailored, no-obligation estimate of your potential energy cost savings and carbon reductions. 

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Manufacturers like you are already saving with solar – here’s why

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    Deceuninck

    Determined to cut Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 60% by 2030, Deceuninck invested in a factory solar installation which is already delivering significant savings.
    • Annual savings: £158,000
    • Annual CO2 reduction: 498 tonnes
    • Return on investment: 4–5 years
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    GW Martin

    A long-established precision manufacturer, GW Martin took a phased approach to solar with Good Energy — starting with a 50kW system in 2013 to prove the case, then scaling up over three separate installations as confidence grew.
    • Annual savings: £75,000
    • Annual CO2 reduction: 88 tonnes
    • Total installation size: 240kWp
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    bigHead

    Committed to reducing its carbon emissions and achieving greater energy security, manufacturer bigHead invested in a rooftop solar installation designed and delivered by Good Energy. The system is already cutting energy bills in half and significantly reducing reliance on the grid.
    • Annual savings: £8,000
    • Annual CO2 reduction: 9.2 tonnes
    • Installation size: 49.05 kW
Read more commercial solar case studies here

Why choose Good Energy for your business solar installation? 

We specialise in solar energy for manufacturing and factories, helping businesses reduce energy costs and take greater control of their energy use. From expert engineering and nationwide delivery to flexible funding and clear ROI modelling, we design solutions around your operations, infrastructure and long-term goals.

Whether you’re running a single factory or a multi-site manufacturing business, we’ll help you make the most of your space and take the next step towards a more sustainable future.

Bespoke system design

Business solar panel systems designed to suit your needs, maximise power output and ensure efficient ROI and ongoing financial benefits. 

High safety and technical standards

All our products are selected for durability, reliability and performance, backed by long-term manufacturer warranties. 

SolarEdge optimised systems

We install SolarEdge optimised systems, which are recognised globally for their high performance and safety, and provide powerful digital insights.  

Business as usual

Our expert team works around your business, enabling you to continue as normal throughout your solar installation. 

  • “We have every aspect of the roof that could be covered in panels, covered. The solar energy will help us offset rising energy costs, but will also generate huge environmental savings, further reducing our CO2 emissions, and allowing fabricators to benefit from the saving.”
    Darren Woodcock, Operations Director Deceuninck

Not all solar is created equal

  • Premium hardware, backed by strong warranties: we only install SolarEdge optimised systems – recognised globally for their performance and safety, and built to last.
  • Track performance in real time: powerful digital insights mean you always know exactly how your system is performing.
  • Ongoing support from our team: so you never lose power, and your panels stay optimised for as long as you own them.

Get solar in 3 steps

1. Tell us about your business

We start with a no-obligation call to understand your site, energy use and priorities. We’ll follow up with clear design options, a costed proposal, and a forecast of your savings and carbon reduction.

2. We handle the planning and preparations

We visit your site to refine the design, costs and financing, then manage the groundwork – grid applications, structural checks, and any planning or finance support you need.

3. Install, support and optimisation

Our accredited teams manage the project from start to finish with minimum disruption. Once your solar panels are up and running, we can keep your system optimised through remote monitoring, maintenance and ongoing support.

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Commercial solar funding options

Commercial solar projects can be funded to suit your capital strategy, cash flow and ownership preferences, with guidance on grants and government funding where available.

  • CAPEX purchase: Invest upfront and maximise long-term returns. You own the system from day one, and after payback your solar electricity is effectively free.
  • Asset finance: Own your system while protecting cashflow. Costs are spread over several years with little or no deposit, often offset by your savings.
  • Power Purchase Agreement: Get savings and price certainty with no upfront cost. For larger systems (250kWp+). A third party funds and owns the system; you buy the electricity it generates at a discounted rate.
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Still got questions about solar systems for manufacturers?

Cost depends on your site, energy usage and system size. We’ll give you a fully costed proposal after an initial call, so you know exactly what to expect before committing to anything.

Learn more: Commercial solar panel costs explained

Most manufacturing roofs can support solar, even where the roof type isn’t straightforward. We carry out a free feasibility assessment to confirm what your specific roof can support before you commit to anything.

Most commercial rooftop solar installations don’t need planning permission, but this can depend on your building and location. We’ll check this as part of the site visit and handle any applications needed.

Keep reading: 10 things to know about commercial solar panels

Commercial solar systems are low-maintenance, but a few things keep them performing well over their 25+ year lifespan: remote monitoring to catch any dips in performance early, periodic cleaning (typically 1–2 times a year, depending on site conditions), inverter servicing every 10–15 years, and occasional electrical, structural and vegetation checks. We offer ongoing monitoring plus optional cleaning, inspections and preventative maintenance, so your system keeps performing at its best with minimal effort on your part.

Solar can be funded in different ways depending on your capital strategy, cashflow priorities and ownership preference. We’ll help you compare the options clearly, so you can choose the structure that works best for your business. We can also help secure relevant grants a government funding where possible. 

CAPEX purchase 

For businesses that want to invest upfront and maximise long-term returns. You own the system from day one, benefit directly from the energy it generates, and after payback your solar electricity is effectively free. 

Asset finance 

For businesses that want to own their system while protecting cashflow. The cost is spread over several years, often with little or no upfront deposit, and the savings from solar can help offset repayments. 

Power Purchase Agreement 

For larger systems, typically above 250 kWp. A third-party investor funds, owns and usually maintains the system, while your business buys the solar electricity it generates at a discounted rate, giving you savings and long-term price certainty without upfront capital investment.

Yes. Commercial solar systems can offset a significant share of a factory’s electricity use, even with continuous, energy-intensive equipment. At GW Martin, a precision manufacturer running a fleet of CNC machines, solar now generates around 30% of the site’s electricity on-site, with the rest covered by a 100% renewable tariff – making their electricity use zero carbon.

Most manufacturing roofs can support solar, even where the roof type isn’t straightforward. We’ll carry out a free feasibility assessment to confirm what your specific roof can support before you commit to anything.

We understand that manufacturing sites need to keep running. Our installation teams plan the work around your operations, with careful scheduling and site coordination to minimise disruption. We’ll agree access requirements, working areas and any necessary safety measures with you before installation begins, and keep you informed throughout the project.

Yes. We work with manufacturers across single and multi-site operations, and can assess sites individually or as part of a wider programme. We’ve done this at scale for multi-site estates – for example, delivering a 12-site solar rollout for the E-ACT Academy Trust across three UK regions in under a year.

We install commercial solar panel systems for businesses across mainland UK, including Scotland, England and Wales. Our team can support projects from initial design and consultation through to installation and ongoing support.