The UK hospitality industry, including hotels and bed and breakfasts (B&Bs), faces high energy costs for heating, lighting, and guest amenities.
At Commercial Solar Company, we empower hospitality businesses with state-of-the-art solar panel installations paired with heat pumps to slash expenses, embrace sustainability, and attract eco-conscious guests.
This guide details how our solar panel installations for business can transform your hotel or create an eco-friendly B&B, highlighting benefits and financial incentives available in the UK as of June 2025.
Let us help you power your hospitality business with clean energy and unlock massive savings!
Powering Hotels and Eco-Friendly B&Bs with Solar Panels
In the hospitality sector, where energy costs can erode profits, our premium solar panels at Commercial Solar Company offer a game-changer.
By converting sunlight into clean electricity, they power lighting, HVAC systems, and kitchen equipment in hotels, while enabling bed and breakfast owners to create eco-friendly retreats that stand out in the market.
Our Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS)-certified experts assess your property – whether a hotel rooftop or a B&B’s garden space – ensuring optimal design free from shading or structural issues.
We tailor systems, typically 50kW for mid-sized hotels or 10-20kW for B&Bs, and manage planning permissions, which are often straightforward for rooftop setups under 1MW.
Installation, including high-efficiency panels, inverters, and grid connections, takes 1-2 weeks.
Our advanced multi battery storage systems, captures surplus energy for nighttime use, boosting efficiency.
Costs start at £20,000 for smaller B&B systems and £50,000 for a 50kW hotel setup, customised to meet your specific needs.
For B&B owners, solar panels signal sustainability, attracting eco-tourists and reducing reliance on the grid, while hotels benefit from significant cost savings and enhanced brand appeal.
Partner with us to make your hospitality business a beacon of green innovation!
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Heat Pumps to Increase Efficiency in Hospitality
Complement our solar installations with heat pumps – air-source or ground-source – to deliver efficient heating and hot water, phasing out expensive gas boilers.
Perfect for hotels with high heat demands for guest rooms, pools, or spas, and for B&Bs aiming for cosy, eco-friendly guest experiences, heat pumps are installed by our MCS-certified partners.
They survey your site, evaluating insulation and space, and recommend a system—100kW for large hotels or 10-20kW for B&Bs.
Air-source heat pumps install in 1-2 weeks; ground-source options take longer due to excavation. Costs range from £25,000-£40,000 for air-source and £50,000+ for ground-source.
Paired with our commercial solar panels, heat pumps offset electricity use, driving your hospitality business toward net-zero sustainability.
Restaurants & Renewables
Restaurants in the UK can reduce high energy costs and boost sustainability by adopting solar panels and air-source heat pumps.
Solar panels, installed on rooftops or awnings, generate electricity for kitchen appliances and lighting, saving £500-£1,500 annually for a medium-sized restaurant, especially when paired with battery storage.
Air-source heat pumps provide efficient heating and hot water, cutting costs by 20-40% compared to gas boilers. Energy efficiency upgrades, like LED lighting and smart thermostats, further reduce demand, maximizing savings.
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) allows restaurants to earn 5-15p/kWh for excess solar energy exported, potentially yielding £100-£500 yearly.
Unrivalled Benefits for Hospitality
Our solar panel systems and heat pumps deliver transformative benefits for your hotel or B&B.
A 50kW solar system generates ~45,000 kWh annually, with on average saving hotels £6,000-£10,000 on electricity bills, while a 15kW B&B system could save £2,000-£4,000.
Heat pumps could cut heating costs by 20-50%, saving hotels £5,000-£15,000 and B&Bs £1,500-£5,000 yearly. That’s serious cash flow to grow your business!
Environmentally, our solar solutions reduce CO2 emissions by 10-15 tonnes annually for hotels and 3-5 tonnes for B&Bs, while heat pumps slash emissions by 30-70% compared to gas boilers, aligning with the UK’s net-zero goals.
These efforts captivate eco-conscious travellers, boosting bookings and elevating your brand with certifications like Green Tourism – crucial for B&Bs marketing as eco-friendly havens.
Our systems also shield you from volatile fossil fuel prices, ensuring predictable energy costs. With Commercial Solar Company, you’re investing in a greener, more profitable future for your hospitality business.
Lucrative Renewable Grants for Hospitality Businesses
The UK government solar grants for businesses makes going solar with Commercial Solar Company a no-brainer for hospitality businesses.
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) offers up to £7,500 for heat pump installations, reducing upfront costs by 20-30% when replacing fossil fuel systems – our team streamlines the application process.
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) pays you for excess solar electricity exported to the grid, earning hotels £500-£1,500 and B&Bs £200-£600 annually, with our experts securing top supplier rates.
Business Energy Investment Tax Relief provides capital allowances, lowering your tax liability for solar and heat pump investments.
Local grants, like those from the Greater London Authority, can cover 10-50% of costs—check with your council or visit www.gov.uk/find-funding-for-energy-efficiency.
Our financing partners, including Carbon Trust loans, spread costs over 5-10 years, keeping your cash flow strong.
Let Commercial Solar Company maximise these incentives for your hotel or B&B!
Start Your Sustainable Hospitality Business
Ready to revolutionise your hotel or launch an eco-friendly B&B?
Our complimentary energy audit pinpoints high-consumption areas, ensuring perfectly sized solar and heat pump systems.
Our MCS-certified installers deliver unmatched quality, and our energy management software tracks your savings in real time.
We’ll help you engage staff and guests by promoting your green credentials—think eco-certifications and sustainability campaigns that drive loyalty and bookings.
With Commercial Solar Company, your transition to renewable energy is seamless and profitable.
Get in touch with us today for a free consultation and discover how commercial solar could transform your business.
