# Commercial solar & battery, by industry Different industries suit commercial solar for different reasons: warehousing has the roof space, manufacturing has the daytime load, agriculture has the land, and cold storage has the constant demand. These pages set out the energy profile, site considerations and funding fit for each sector. ## Solar tailored to how you operate Every industry has a different energy profile. Pick yours to see why solar and battery storage fit, and how a PPA, hire purchase or outright purchase could work. - [Commercial solar for Warehousing & logistics](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/warehousing-and-logistics) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/warehousing-and-logistics.md)): Fund solar PV and battery storage for warehouses and distribution centres with zero upfront cost. Big roofs, long hours and EV fleets make logistics ideal for a PPA. - [Commercial solar for Manufacturing](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/manufacturing) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/manufacturing.md)): Cut manufacturing energy costs with funded solar PV and battery storage. Ideal for energy-intensive processes with high daytime demand — zero upfront cost via a PPA. - [Commercial solar for Agriculture & farms](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/agriculture-and-farms) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/agriculture-and-farms.md)): Solar PV and battery storage for farms and agricultural businesses — big barn roofs and land make farming ideal for funded solar with no upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Cold storage & food processing](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/cold-storage-and-food-processing) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/cold-storage-and-food-processing.md)): Funded solar PV and battery storage for cold stores and food processing sites. Heavy refrigeration loads make these sites ideal for solar — zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Retail & retail parks](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/retail-and-retail-parks) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/retail-and-retail-parks.md)): Funded solar PV for retail units, supermarkets and retail parks. Trading-hours demand matches solar perfectly — cut bills with zero upfront cost via a PPA. - [Commercial solar for Offices & commercial property](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/offices-and-commercial-property) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/offices-and-commercial-property.md)): Solar PV and battery storage for offices and commercial buildings. Improve EPC ratings and cut bills with zero upfront cost — funded through a PPA. - [Commercial solar for Data centres](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/data-centres) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/data-centres.md)): Solar PV and battery storage for data centres. Constant 24/7 load and strict sustainability targets make on-site renewables a strong fit — zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Automotive & dealerships](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/automotive-and-dealerships) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/automotive-and-dealerships.md)): Funded solar PV, battery storage and EV charging for car dealerships and automotive sites. Power showrooms and EV chargers with no upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Hospitality & hotels](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/hospitality-and-hotels) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/hospitality-and-hotels.md)): Solar PV and battery storage for hotels, leisure and hospitality. Steady all-day demand from heating, hot water and catering — funded with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Schools & education](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/schools-and-education) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/schools-and-education.md)): Funded solar PV and battery storage for schools, academies and colleges. Cut energy bills, free up budget for teaching and hit net-zero targets — zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Healthcare & care homes](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/healthcare-and-care-homes) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/healthcare-and-care-homes.md)): Funded solar PV and battery storage for care homes, clinics and healthcare sites. Cut round-the-clock energy costs and add resilience — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Leisure centres & gyms](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/leisure-centres-and-gyms) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/leisure-centres-and-gyms.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for leisure centres, gyms and pools. Pools and long opening hours make them energy-intensive — cut bills with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Breweries & distilleries](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/breweries-and-distilleries) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/breweries-and-distilleries.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for breweries and distilleries. Refrigeration, process heat and pumping make them ideal for solar — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Printing & packaging](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/printing-and-packaging) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/printing-and-packaging.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for printers and packaging firms. High daytime machine loads and thin margins make solar a strong fit — zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Waste & recycling](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/waste-and-recycling) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/waste-and-recycling.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for waste and recycling operators. Shredders, balers and processing lines make sites energy-intensive — zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Holiday & caravan parks](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/holiday-parks-and-caravan-parks) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/holiday-parks-and-caravan-parks.md)): Funded solar, battery storage and EV charging for holiday parks and caravan parks. Amenities, pools and pitches add up — cut energy costs with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Garden centres & nurseries](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/garden-centres-and-nurseries) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/garden-centres-and-nurseries.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for garden centres and nurseries. Glasshouse heating, lighting and retail loads suit solar well — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Commercial laundries](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/commercial-laundries) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/commercial-laundries.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for commercial and industrial laundries. Washing, drying and pressing draw heavy power — cut costs with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Plastics & injection moulding](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/plastics-and-injection-moulding) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/plastics-and-injection-moulding.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for plastics and injection moulding factories. Moulding machines draw heavy continuous power — cut costs with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Petrol stations & forecourts](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/petrol-stations-and-forecourts) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/petrol-stations-and-forecourts.md)): Funded solar, battery storage and EV charging for petrol stations and forecourts. Shop refrigeration and canopies suit solar well — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Universities & higher education](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/universities-and-higher-education) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/universities-and-higher-education.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for universities and colleges. Large estates, labs and 24/7 demand suit solar well — cut bills and carbon with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Sports clubs & stadiums](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/sports-clubs-and-stadiums) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/sports-clubs-and-stadiums.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for sports clubs and stadiums. Floodlights, hospitality and large stands make solar a strong fit — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Construction & builders’ merchants](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/construction-and-builders-merchants) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/construction-and-builders-merchants.md)): Funded solar, battery and EV charging for builders’ merchants and construction firms. Yards, warehouses and showrooms suit solar — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Bakeries & food production](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/bakeries-and-food-production) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/bakeries-and-food-production.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for bakeries and food producers. Ovens, refrigeration and processing draw heavy power — cut costs with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Textiles & clothing manufacturing](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/textiles-and-clothing-manufacturing) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/textiles-and-clothing-manufacturing.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for textiles and clothing manufacturers. Machinery and processing draw steady power — cut energy bills with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Ports & marine](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/ports-and-marine) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/ports-and-marine.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for ports, harbours and marine sites. Cranes, cold ironing and large land make solar a strong fit — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Golf & country clubs](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/golf-and-country-clubs) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/golf-and-country-clubs.md)): Funded solar, battery and EV/buggy charging for golf and country clubs. Clubhouses, irrigation and buggies suit solar well — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Dairy & livestock farms](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/dairy-and-livestock-farms) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/dairy-and-livestock-farms.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for dairy and livestock farms. Milk cooling, milking and ventilation run around the clock — cut costs with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Veterinary & animal hospitals](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/veterinary-and-animal-hospitals) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/veterinary-and-animal-hospitals.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for veterinary practices and animal hospitals. Imaging, sterilisation and 24/7 care draw steady power — zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Commercial property landlords](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/commercial-property-landlords) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/commercial-property-landlords.md)): Funded solar for commercial property landlords — improve EPC ratings, meet MEES, add value and attract tenants across your portfolio, with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Chemical & pharmaceutical manufacturing](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/chemical-and-pharmaceutical-manufacturing) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/chemical-and-pharmaceutical-manufacturing.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Clean rooms, process and 24/7 demand suit solar — with zero upfront cost. - [Commercial solar for Paper & packaging manufacturing](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/paper-and-packaging-manufacturing) ([md](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for/paper-and-packaging-manufacturing.md)): Funded solar and battery storage for paper and packaging manufacturers. Machinery and processing draw heavy continuous power — cut costs with zero upfront cost. --- Source: [Commercial Solar by Industry](https://ppafunding.com/commercial-solar-for) · Contact: 01743 649 888 · info@ppafunding.com · https://ppafunding.com PPA Funding is an independent introducer operated by DVC Group Ltd (Companies House 10462808), Shrewsbury — not the funder, the installer or the maintenance provider. The service is free to use; a commission may be earned from a partner at no extra cost. Content is educational and is not financial or tax advice.