Commercial Solar

Southern Projects delivers comprehensive commercial solar photovoltaic solutions across industrial, retail and office sectors. Our experience spans over 30 commercial installations, with typical system capacities ranging from 50kW to 250kW per site.

We provide complete turnkey delivery from initial feasibility through to operational handover, managing all aspects of design, installation and commissioning for maximum energy yield and return on investment.

Our industrial rooftop solutions are engineered for large-scale commercial buildings requiring robust, high-capacity solar arrays:

• Comprehensive structural assessments to verify roof loading capacity
• Bespoke racking systems designed for specific roof profiles and conditions
• Optimised string and inverter configurations for maximum energy harvest
• Export limitation and grid connection management
• Integration with existing building services and access requirements

For commercial offices and retail premises, we deliver aesthetically integrated solar solutions:

• Low-profile PV modules maintaining building appearance
• Careful integration with HVAC, ventilation and other rooftop equipment
• Facade-mounted installations where rooftop space is limited
• Compliance with planning requirements and building regulations

Where suitable land is available, ground-mounted systems offer excellent accessibility and optimal panel orientation:

• Complete civil engineering works including foundations and access roads
• Security fencing and site preparation
• Grid connection design and DNO coordination
• Environmental impact assessment and planning support

Our canopy installations provide dual functionality, generating renewable energy while offering weather protection:

• Structural steel framework designed to building standards
• Optional EV charging integration with load management
• Smart metering systems for energy monitoring
• Integrated LED lighting for enhanced security and usability

Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) solutions maximise solar generation on constrained sites:

• Architectural integration maintaining building aesthetics
• Structural mounting systems for vertical installations
• Optimised panel selection for reduced irradiance conditions
• Weather sealing and building envelope integration

We integrate commercial battery storage to maximise solar investment returns:

• Lithium-ion battery systems sized for site-specific requirements
• Energy management systems (EMS) for optimised charge/discharge cycles
• Peak demand reduction and time-of-use tariff management
• Short-term backup power for critical loads

Advanced control systems maximise self-consumption and grid interaction benefits:

• Real-time energy monitoring and reporting
• Automated load shifting and demand response
• Grid services participation where applicable
• Performance analytics and system optimisation

Our electrical team manages all aspects of grid integration:

• Low voltage network upgrades and reinforcement
• Switchgear installation and protection systems
• Revenue-grade metering and monitoring equipment
• DNO application management and grid connection agreements

Complete electrical integration ensures reliable, compliant operation:

• AC and DC cabling installation to industry standards
• Inverter selection and configuration for site conditions
• Earthing and lightning protection systems
• Remote monitoring and alarm systems

Continuous system monitoring ensures optimal performance throughout the system lifetime:

• Remote monitoring platforms with real-time alerts
• Performance ratio tracking and fault diagnosis
• Weather correction and yield analysis
• Regular performance reporting to stakeholders

Proactive maintenance programmes protect system investment and maintain warranties:

• Annual electrical testing and safety inspections
• Panel cleaning and vegetation management
• Inverter servicing and firmware updates
• Warranty claim management and component replacement

Ongoing support ensures sustained performance and regulatory compliance:

• 24/7 monitoring and emergency response
• Insurance liaison for weather damage claims
• System expansion and upgrade planning
• End-of-life component recycling and disposal