Welcome
When it comes to installing solar panels for your home or business, the numbers are starting to add up.
Why Now…
Capital costs have dropped significantly (the costs of solar panels dropping by more than 80% in the last 10 years). Not only that, the efficiency of the technology has also improved, meaning you can recover more energy from the sun, with fewer panels, even when we don’t have bright sunshine.
Energy storage, in the form of batteries, has also improved significantly, meaning you can store the electricity generated by your solar panels until you need it.
And with the government’s Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) ensuring that you can not only save on your own energy costs, but generate an income selling your spare capacity, the numbers really are starting to add up.
As a result, solar panels are now a more affordable option for homeowners and businesses in the UK. This has led to a surge in the popularity of solar energy, which in turn has increased the competition between suppliers which means you can get the best price for your installation.
The Opportunity
- Generate Your Own Electricity
- Sell Your Excess Back To The Grid
- Add Value To Your Property
- Do Your Bit For The Environment
And from a commercial perspective:
- Better Manage Operating Costs
- Increased Energy Resilience
- Meet your CSR goals
The Technology
Over the past five years, solar power generating technology has made significant advancements, making it a more viable option for local generation projects:
- Increased Efficiency
- Reduced Costs
- Improved Energy Storage
Latest News
Harness Renewables Achieves MCS Certification — A New Chapter of Quality and Trust
We’re proud to announce that Harness Renewables is now officially MCS certified — a major milestone that reinforces our commitment to providing the highest standard of renewable energy solutions. The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) is the nationally...
Solar Energy Systems Can Increase Home Value
We have some exciting news to share from WWF and ScottishPower. A recent report reveals that incorporating low-carbon improvements, such as installing solar panels, can potentially increase the value of domestic properties by up to £10,000. This not only boosts...
New Octopus Energy SEG Tariff
Octopus Energy has introduced an exciting new smart tariff called 'Intelligent Octopus Flux' (IOF) aimed at consumers with domestic solar and battery storage. This innovative tariff offers the same rate for both importing and exporting electricity and includes a...
Why Harness Renewables…
Harness Renewables brings together both electrical and roofing expertise, which means you’re in safe hands when comes to both the physical installation and the electrical systems.
You need a system that maximises your return, and we have the expertise to ensure your installation is tailored to your needs and set up correctly. Add to that our understanding of roofing systems and the structural aspects of the installation, and you have a company that can offer additional options such as in-roof solutions.
Electrically Safe – Improper electrical installations are a catastrophe waiting to happen, and the risks are multiplied when dealing with DC power (the power generated by solar panels), so it’s imperative your install is completed by fully qualified electrician, utilising the right equipment for the job.
Structurally Sound – On-Roof installations means adding weight on top of your existing roof, so we need to make sure it’s up to the job. And with any on-roof installation, it’s open to the elements, so we need to make sure it’s secure enough to withstand the wind and rain.
MCS Approved – MCS refers to the Microgeneration Certification Scheme. MCS is an internationally recognised quality assurance scheme supported by the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS). MCS certifies products, installers and their installations to ensure Microgeneration products are installed to a high standard.
RECC Member – The Renewable Energy Consumer Code helps consumers to have the confidence to choose a reliable company to deal with when considering the purchase of small scale renewables. Membership of the Code shows that a company is committed to complying with the Code’s high standards of consumer protection.