ESS Group Empowers Evegate Business Park with Solar PV & Battery Storage
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Evegate Business Park is now even greener. In a strategic partnership with ESS Group, the park has installed a full turnkey solar PV and battery storage system that supports both sustainability and savings.
Project at a Glance
The new system includes:
- 290 kWp solar PV array to capture clean energy
- 100 kWh battery storage to store surplus power
- Annual carbon savings: 59 tonnes of CO₂
- Grid reliance reduced by ~40%
- Quick, seamless installation with little disruption
All aspects—from survey to monitoring—were handled by ESS, ensuring a smooth process.
Why Evegate Chose This Solution
Evegate Business Park already had EV chargers, wildlife areas, and clear ambitions to reduce emissions. But they needed something more.
They chose ESS because the company:
- Offered a complete design-to-monitoring service
- Could adapt to different building types on site
- Had strong experience in solar and battery systems
- Worked with Tesla Powerwall and SolarEdge, showing expert status
ESS’s reputation dates back to 2010, proving quality and trust in UK renewable projects.
How It Works
The solar panels generate energy during daylight hours. Not all power is used immediately. But instead of sending the extras to the grid at low rates, the battery stores it.
Later, when solar power is low or demand is high, the system releases stored energy. This means Evegate uses more of its own clean power. As a result, energy bills go down and their carbon footprint shrinks.
ESS explains that battery storage helps businesses:
| Benefit | Impact |
| Save on high peak rates | Use stored energy during expensive periods. |
| Reduce grid reliance | Maximize solar self-use. |
| Gain energy backup | Protect against outages. |
| Support EV charging | Charge vehicles with onsite solar. |
Environmental & Financial Gains
Here’s how Evegate benefits:
- Carbon cut: 59 tonnes of CO₂ off each year. That equals planting over 2,700 trees.
- Energy independence: They rely less on grid supply and cope better with rising prices.
- Cost savings: Up to 40% less spending on power bills.
Battery systems support smart energy use. As ESS notes, businesses can avoid paying peak electricity prices by using stored solar power.
ESS Group’s Role
Here’s a clear view of what ESS did:
- Consulted and surveyed energy needs
- Engineered a bespoke solution
- Sourced materials and panels
- Installed solar panels and battery units
- Commissioned the system
- Set up ongoing monitoring and maintenance
ESS works with brands like Tesla Powerwall and SolarEdge. They are accredited installers for Tesla Powerwall 2 and 3. Their work has earned them consistent 5-star reviews.
About Evegate Business Park
Evegate is no average commercial space. It blends offices, local shops, cafes, and green areas. It’s built for sustainable and community-focused work. The addition of solar and batteries boosts its green credentials.
Evegate is also expanding. Future steps include:
- More EV charging hubs
- Extra battery capacity to store more solar power
These upgrades build on the site’s goal to be a green leader in the region.
Strong Evidence from ESS
ESS notes that adding a battery to a solar system prevents waste. Excess solar no longer goes unused or sold cheaply to the grid. Instead, it’s saved and used when needed. For a mid‐sized site like Evegate, a 100 kWh battery helps shift energy use. It can power lights, refrigeration, or machinery after dark. And this setup improves reliability and supports EV use.
Looking to the Future
ESS Group remains by Evegate’s side. Their system includes real-time monitoring to ensure it runs at peak efficiency. Maintenance is prompt and reliable.
ESS also plans to help roll out:
- More solar capacity
- EV charging expansion
- Additional battery storage
All this supports the UK’s net-zero goals. It shows how business parks can lead on climate actions.
Final Thoughts
This project is more than an energy upgrade. It’s a model of what businesses can do today. Clean power, lower bills, and energy resilience all matter now.
Evegate Business Park has taken a bold step. Together with ESS Group, they’ve set a standard in sustainable business estates. This partnership shows why solar PV and battery storage work as a powerful combo.
