QUEST Electrical Expands Renewable Energy Offering with Commercial Solar PV

QUEST Electrical is continuing to strengthen its renewable energy capabilities with an increased focus on commercial and industrial solar PV installations across the UK.

As businesses continue to look for ways to reduce energy costs, improve efficiency and meet sustainability targets, solar PV is becoming an increasingly important consideration for commercial and industrial sites.

For QUEST, the move into commercial solar builds naturally on our existing experience in LV electrical infrastructure, switchgear, distribution, energy monitoring, LED lighting and EV charging.

More Than Solar Panels

Commercial solar PV is not simply about installing panels on a roof. The existing electrical infrastructure plays a major role in determining how a system can be designed and connected safely.

On larger commercial and industrial sites, this can involve assessing existing LV switchboards, distribution boards, transformers, protective devices, cable capacity and the proposed point of connection.

By combining our solar capabilities with our existing commercial and industrial electrical experience, QUEST can consider the complete electrical installation rather than treating the PV system in isolation.

A Growing Focus on Energy Efficiency

Solar PV also forms part of a wider focus at QUEST on helping businesses better understand and manage their energy consumption.

Alongside solar, we are continuing to develop solutions incorporating energy monitoring and sub-metering, LED lighting upgrades, EV charging infrastructure and improvements to existing electrical distribution systems.

Understanding when and where electricity is being consumed can be particularly valuable when considering solar, helping businesses determine the appropriate system size and maximise the amount of generated electricity used directly on site.

New Solar PV Compliance Guide

As part of the expansion of our renewable energy services, QUEST has also produced a new Solar PV Installation – UK Compliance Guide.

The guide provides commercial and industrial clients with an overview of some of the key considerations surrounding a solar PV installation, including:

• System design and site assessment
• PV array and DC installation
• AC connections and existing LV infrastructure
• BS 7671 requirements
• DNO and G98/G99 requirements
• Protection, earthing and surge protection
• Testing and commissioning
• Documentation and handover
• Ongoing inspection and maintenance

The guide is designed to give facilities managers, engineering teams and business owners a clearer understanding of what should be considered when planning a commercial solar PV project.

Download the QUEST Solar PV Installation – UK Compliance Guide

Looking Ahead

The expansion into commercial solar PV represents another step in the continued development of QUEST Electrical.

By combining renewable energy technologies with our established commercial and industrial electrical capabilities, we can support clients from the initial assessment and electrical infrastructure requirements through to installation, testing, commissioning and ongoing support.

We'll also be sharing updates from upcoming solar projects, alongside further technical guidance and insights into energy efficiency and renewable technologies.

Considering solar PV for your business?

Speak to the QUEST Electrical team to discuss your site, existing electrical infrastructure and energy requirements.