As organisations continue to face rising energy costs, increasing electricity demand and the transition to electric vehicles, solar carports offer a practical solution that delivers both immediate and long-term value.
SolarSense is one of the UK's most experienced renewable energy contractors, specialising in commercial solar PV systems, solar carports, battery storage and EV charging infrastructure. Founded in 1995, SolarSense has delivered more than 15,500 renewable energy installations nationwide and received 24 industry awards for excellence in renewable energy design, installation and project delivery.
Commercial solar carports transform underutilised parking areas into valuable energy assets by generating renewable electricity on-site. The energy produced can be used to power business operations, support EV charging infrastructure and reduce reliance on increasingly volatile grid electricity prices. In addition to delivering significant operational savings, solar carports provide sheltered parking for staff, visitors and fleet vehicles while demonstrating a visible commitment to sustainability and environmental leadership.
As organisations invest in fleet electrification and expand workplace EV charging infrastructure, many are facing growing pressure on their electrical infrastructure and energy budgets. Solar carports help address this challenge by generating low-cost renewable electricity, helping to power buildings and EV charging infrastructure while reducing operating costs and supporting long-term energy resilience.
Renishaw, a global engineering technologies business, selected SolarSense to deliver a 562kWp solar carport as part of a wider 10.46MW renewable energy programme across multiple UK sites. Generating more than 531,000kWh of renewable electricity annually, the solar carport helps power business operations and EV charging infrastructure while transforming existing parking facilities into a valuable energy asset. The system is expected to save more than £4.5 million in energy costs over 25 years and reduce carbon emissions by approximately 147 tonnes every year.
SolarSense has extensive experience delivering commercial renewable energy projects across a wide range of sectors, including transport, manufacturing, logistics, education, leisure, healthcare and the public sector. The business has worked with organisations including Bristol Airport, The Crown Estate, Guide Dogs, Apetito, Swansea Council and Freedom Leisure, helping them reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions and improve long-term energy resilience.
As a certified B Corporation and employee-owned business, SolarSense is committed to delivering renewable energy solutions that provide measurable environmental and financial benefits. From initial feasibility studies and system design through to installation, monitoring and maintenance, SolarSense provides a complete turnkey service tailored to the needs of each organisation.
Whether you are looking to reduce energy costs, support fleet electrification, increase on-site renewable energy generation or maximise the value of existing parking infrastructure, SolarSense can help develop a commercial solar carport solution that supports your operational and sustainability objectives.