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Popular questions

• • How long will installation take?

    The installation time can vary based on the size and complexity of the commercial solar system. For an average sized system, you can expect to be benefiting from cheaper, green energy within 2-3 months of agreeing contracts.

  • What happens if there is an issue with my panels once installed? 

    We maintain the solar panels and fix any issues. We remotely monitor performance, and we will often resolve a problem before you are aware of it. We are responsible for maximising the energy produced by the panels and the PPA underpins our long-term commitment to the performance of the system.

  • How is my solar installation financed?

    We pay for the asset, the installation and all ongoing costs. Our funding comes from a global investor in sustainable assets with over 20 years experience. Find out more about us.

  • What is the payback period? 

    Customers signing up to a Power Purchase Agreement benefit from cost savings from the first day of solar operation without any upfront costs. This means you could reduce your energy bills within just 2-3 months of agreeing contracts. 

  • Is my roof space suitable for solar panels? 

    Most roofs are suitable for solar – they don’t have to be south facing. We install on commercial sites with a wide range of different buildings. We’ll carry out a structural report as part of our design review so we can offer recommendations which may include the option for structural changes being included within your Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).  

  • How many solar panels do I need?

    We will provide an initial assessment based on your consumption and a desktop review of your property. This normally gives a good indication of the optimum number of panels to maximise your cost savings. We’ll work with you to refine this as we conduct site visits and finalise plans. We’ll finance the system and its installation – so regardless of system size you’ll benefit from no upfront costs. 

  • Will I need planning permission for installing solar panels?

    To encourage more people to install solar panels on their properties, in 2023 the UK government announced that rooftop solar can be installed under ‘permitted development’ rights, meaning they won’t need to go through the full planning process – avoiding costly delays. Certain conditions apply to ensure the solar installation qualifies for permitted development.

     

  • What happens if I sell the business premise?

    If you sell the premise during the term of the PPA, we’ll work with you to confirm the cost to exit the agreement so that the new owner can benefit from the energy generated. On-site energy solutions are an attractive USP to make your premise stand out to prospective buyers. 

  • How long do solar panels last? 

    Solar panels can work optimally for up to 30 years. Beyond this, their output will typically drop due to degradation of the panels. The quality of the product and quality of the installation are significant factors in how long panels last – due to our interest in your system over the PPA term you can be confident in our quality. 

  • How is the rate for the energy I use calculated?

    We will quote you a p/kWh PPA price for the electricity you will use from the solar panels. This price will typically increase with CPI but there will be no other changes to this price during the lifetime of the PPA. There are no standing charges, grid fees or other unexpected costs.

  • What is the difference between net zero and carbon neutral? 

    Net zero and carbon neutral are similar concepts. Carbon neutrality means that your carbon dioxide output is measured and is offset through removing an equivalent volume from the atmosphere, so overall your business activity has a neutral impact to the carbon dioxide in the environment. Net zero typically goes further, to target the total Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions produced to be less than or equal to the emissions removed from the environment. GHG include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydro-fluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, nitrogen trifluoride and sulphur hexafluoride.

    Through your business consuming on-site green energy such as solar – it mitigates carbon dioxide being emitted in the first place! It doesn’t need to be offset and so this should be a key strategy in your net zero journey.

  • Will I have to change energy supplier?  

    There is no need to change your utility provider as part of your commercial solar installation. Your solar panels will be connected directly to your onsite electricity consumption, you will continue to buy your additional energy needs from your normal utility provider.

  • How do I contact AMPYR Distributed Energy?

    Getting in touch is easy. Simply complete our contact form and we’ll call you back.

  • What is the difference between AMPYR Distributed Energy and AMPYR Energy?

    AMPYR Energy is the global renewable brand, and a number of brands operate as part of its family, including AMPYR Distributed Energy and AMPYR Solar Europe. Read more about what we do at AMPYR Distributed Energy.

• • How long will installation take?

    The installation time can vary based on the size and complexity of the commercial solar system. For an average sized system, you can expect to be benefiting from cheaper, green energy within 2-3 months of agreeing contracts.

  • How is my solar installation financed?

    We pay for the asset, the installation and all ongoing costs. Our funding comes from a global investor in sustainable assets with over 20 years experience. Find out more about us.

  • What is the payback period? 

    Customers signing up to a Power Purchase Agreement benefit from cost savings from the first day of solar operation without any upfront costs. This means you could reduce your energy bills within just 2-3 months of agreeing contracts. 

  • How many solar panels do I need?

    We will provide an initial assessment based on your consumption and a desktop review of your property. This normally gives a good indication of the optimum number of panels to maximise your cost savings. We’ll work with you to refine this as we conduct site visits and finalise plans. We’ll finance the system and its installation – so regardless of system size you’ll benefit from no upfront costs. 

  • Will I need planning permission for installing solar panels?

    To encourage more people to install solar panels on their properties, in 2023 the UK government announced that rooftop solar can be installed under ‘permitted development’ rights, meaning they won’t need to go through the full planning process – avoiding costly delays. Certain conditions apply to ensure the solar installation qualifies for permitted development.

     

  • How long do solar panels last? 

    Solar panels can work optimally for up to 30 years. Beyond this, their output will typically drop due to degradation of the panels. The quality of the product and quality of the installation are significant factors in how long panels last – due to our interest in your system over the PPA term you can be confident in our quality. 

  • How is the rate for the energy I use calculated?

    We will quote you a p/kWh PPA price for the electricity you will use from the solar panels. This price will typically increase with CPI but there will be no other changes to this price during the lifetime of the PPA. There are no standing charges, grid fees or other unexpected costs.

  • What is the difference between net zero and carbon neutral? 

    Net zero and carbon neutral are similar concepts. Carbon neutrality means that your carbon dioxide output is measured and is offset through removing an equivalent volume from the atmosphere, so overall your business activity has a neutral impact to the carbon dioxide in the environment. Net zero typically goes further, to target the total Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions produced to be less than or equal to the emissions removed from the environment. GHG include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydro-fluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, nitrogen trifluoride and sulphur hexafluoride.

    Through your business consuming on-site green energy such as solar – it mitigates carbon dioxide being emitted in the first place! It doesn’t need to be offset and so this should be a key strategy in your net zero journey.

  • Will I have to change energy supplier?  

    There is no need to change your utility provider as part of your commercial solar installation. Your solar panels will be connected directly to your onsite electricity consumption, you will continue to buy your additional energy needs from your normal utility provider.

  • How do I contact AMPYR Distributed Energy?

    Getting in touch is easy. Simply complete our contact form and we’ll call you back.

  • What is the difference between AMPYR Distributed Energy and AMPYR Energy?

    AMPYR Energy is the global renewable brand, and a number of brands operate as part of its family, including AMPYR Distributed Energy and AMPYR Solar Europe. Read more about what we do at AMPYR Distributed Energy.

• • What happens if there is an issue with my panels once installed? 

    We maintain the solar panels and fix any issues. We remotely monitor performance, and we will often resolve a problem before you are aware of it. We are responsible for maximising the energy produced by the panels and the PPA underpins our long-term commitment to the performance of the system.

  • Is my roof space suitable for solar panels? 

    Most roofs are suitable for solar – they don’t have to be south facing. We install on commercial sites with a wide range of different buildings. We’ll carry out a structural report as part of our design review so we can offer recommendations which may include the option for structural changes being included within your Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).  

  • What happens if I sell the business premise?

    If you sell the premise during the term of the PPA, we’ll work with you to confirm the cost to exit the agreement so that the new owner can benefit from the energy generated. On-site energy solutions are an attractive USP to make your premise stand out to prospective buyers. 

  • How is the rate for the energy I use calculated?

    We will quote you a p/kWh PPA price for the electricity you will use from the solar panels. This price will typically increase with CPI but there will be no other changes to this price during the lifetime of the PPA. There are no standing charges, grid fees or other unexpected costs.

  • How do I contact AMPYR Distributed Energy?

    Getting in touch is easy. Simply complete our contact form and we’ll call you back.