Data centre solar insights
Technical and commercial analysis on solar PV for UK data centres — written for facilities managers, infrastructure directors, and sustainability teams.
27 May 2026
Battery Energy Storage for UK Data Centres: Costs, Payback and ROI in 2026
How battery energy storage systems (BESS) work alongside solar PV on UK data centres — peak demand shaving, DSR revenue, backup power, and the financial case in 2026.
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27 May 2026
Commercial Solar Panels for Data Centres: UK Buyer's Guide 2026
What makes commercial solar panels for data centres different from standard commercial installations — specification, G99 compliance, Tier III/IV methodology, and how to choose a specialist installer.
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12 May 2026
On-Site Solar vs Corporate PPA for UK Data Centres: The Complete 2026 Comparison
A direct comparison of rooftop PV and corporate power purchase agreements for UK data centre operators — financial returns, Scope 2 accounting, CFE matching, and when each is right.
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8 May 2026
How UK Data Centres Prove Renewable Energy to Customers: SLA Evidence, Procurement, and Audit Trails
What MCS certificates, REGOs, and half-hourly generation data actually prove — and what they don't. A guide for colocation operators answering customer sustainability questionnaires.
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5 May 2026
Edge Data Centre Solar in the UK: Economics, Installation Constraints, and the 50–200 kW Case
Edge computing nodes are proliferating across the UK. Can rooftop solar work at 50–200 kW scale? A frank assessment of the economics, grid constraints, and installation approach for edge and telco POP facilities.
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28 April 2026
Full Expensing and Data Centre Solar in 2026: How the 25% First-Year Tax Relief Changes the Investment Case
Full Expensing permanently changed the economics of capital investment in UK data centres. Here's exactly how it applies to solar PV, what it's worth in cash terms, and how to structure a project to maximise the benefit.
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