Solar for Farms and Businesses

Specialising in agricultural and commercial solar panel installation in North Devon, we help businesses and farms cut costs, reduce their carbon footprint and future-proof their energy supply.

Our MCS certified solar PV installers have over 10 years of experience in the design and installation of large scale solar PV array installations and maintenance. To find out more and arrange a site survey, please contact us.

Solar for Business & Farms

Three simple steps to understand how it works – from initial costings through to delivery and installation. 

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Get a Free Quote

We work with you to create an accurate costing for your solar install. The quote is free and no-obligation.

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Discuss & Plan

We study your existing energy consumption and your property to establish the best solar solution.

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Install & Test

Our MCS-certified team will carefully install your new solar panels, test and walk you through usage. 

James and the team did a great job, would highly recommend. Informative, great value and reviewed our circumstances thoroughly before offering a very personal and individually tailored set of proposals. In an industry that appears to offer a pretty one-sized approach this was extremely reassuring. Our solar system has now been in place for a few months and am really pleased with it.

Carinne Harrington

Barnstaple

How can our business or farm benefit from Solar & Battery Installation?

The benefits of solar battery storage systems could outweigh the initial financial outlay.

Solar Farms

Solar farms, also known as field-scale PV arrays, can generate a significant amount of electricity. This energy can be used to power your business or it can be fed into the National Grid to generate an income from SEG tariffs.

Commercial Panels

Help your company become cleaner, greener and more self-sufficient. Installing commercial solar panels helps to protect the environment, can save you money and increase the green credentials of your business.

Save Money, Cut Carbon

Large-scale ground-mounted solar PV installations are compatible with other forms of farming such as grazing for small livestock. As a result, you can enhance the use of your land, making it more profitable while generating green energy to help cut carbon emissions.

Put Us To The Test

Whatever your business needs may be, EIS can design, install and maintain market-leading MCS-certified solar PV systems on all types of buildings. Call 01271 611232 to arrange a site survey and start your journey to a greener business.

Battery Types & Return on Investment

How can Solar Help My Business?

The battery type you need will depend on your current solar panel setup. We explain the options and recommend the best system to suit both your needs and budget.

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Battery Types

There are options available, including lead acid and lithium. Lithium-ion batteries offer a longer lifespan, better overall performance and durability, but other cheaper types may be more suitable for your specific requirements.

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Battery Capacity

Consider how much energy the battery will store in kWh, and the depth of discharge (DOD) - usable energy before recharging. If you exceed the DOD limit before you recharge, you can inadvertently shorten the unit lifespan.

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Return on Investment

We understand that battery storage is a significant investment and we take care to explain the pros and cons of each type in detail - to ensure you can make an informed choice and get the maximum ROI.

Earth Inspired Solar Video

See the quality and care we provide

See how it looks and works

Our drone footage helps you see the fit and finish of the solar panels, plus the operation of the battery and control panels.

Solar Panels

See our panels fitted across a recent North Devon new build site that prioritised eco-credentials and sustainable, carbon-conscious living.

Battery Storage

These help the homeowners to store energy, save money and reduce their reliance on mains electricity from the national grid.

Great reasons to use us

Why choose Earth Inspired Solar?

This is where you reassure customers of your commitment to quality and value. You need to set yourselves apart from the direct competition, repeating your strengths.

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Value for money, no compromise on quality

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Experienced installers, fully certified

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Fast, no-pressure solar costings

Our Solar Pricing Calculator gives a rapid result - letting you the total cost right upfront.

Examples of our work

Recent EIS Solar Install Projects

Take a look at some of recently-completed solar install projects across North Devon. We are proud of our team, their work and the happy customer testimonials we receive.

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Full roof solar panels

Woolacombe

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PV & Battery Storage

Braunton

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Field-scale array

Lovely Farm

What our customers say

Earth Inspired Solar Testimonials

We go the extra mile to ensure you are delighted with your new solar energy solution. From small bungalows to vast farmlands, we value every customer.

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Laura Thomas

Woolacombe

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Michael Robert

Braunton

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Rebecca Green

Lovely Farm

Solar and Battery explained

Frequently Asked Questions

We aim to always answer as clearly and transparently as possible, to help educate potential customers so they can make the best decision for them. 

Battery Storage

Battery storage for solar installations is an energy storage system that captures surplus electricity generated by solar panels during daylight hours so it can be stored and used later at night, on cloudy days, or during power outages.

The benefits of solar battery storage systems could outweigh the initial financial outlay because you can:

  • Earn money from the excess energy you do not use through Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) tariffs when you export unused energy back into the National Grid.
  • Become less reliant on mains electricity – having a battery means you can save energy to use when you need it.
  • Save money – with certain mains electricity tariffs, you can benefit from cheaper tariffs in off-peak hours. This means you can charge your battery from the mains during the night to use in peak daytime hours.
  • Cut your carbon footprint – as well as generating green energy, you can store it too, helping you cut your carbon footprint and contribute to the national drive to reduce carbon emissions.

No. Unless you have a battery to store the energy, the electricity cannot be stored.

Lithium ion batteries tend to have a longer service life of around 10 – 15 years. Lead acid batteries have a lifespan of approximately 5 – 8 years.

The battery type you need will depend on your current set-up. Our experts can explain all the options and recommend the best system to suit both your needs and budget.

There are a few different options available, including lead acid and lithium batteries. Lithium ion batteries offer a longer lifespan and better overall performance and durability, but other cheaper batteries may be more suitable for your specific requirements.

Other things to consider include how much energy the battery will store in kWh, and the depth of discharge (DOD). Depth of discharge is related to how much energy you can use before recharging the battery. If you exceed the DOD limit before you recharge the battery, you can inadvertently shorten the lifespan of the unit.

We understand that battery storage is a significant investment and we will explain the pros and cons of each type in detail to ensure you can make an informed choice.

Generally not, but there’s potentially a way for this to happen in the future.

This is thanks to something called bidirectional charging, which lets an EV either draw or supply power to your home or the grid. This is currently being trialled in some places but isn’t widely available.

Solar Panels

Solar panels generate electricity via the photovoltaic effect, using energy from sunlight’s photons to knock electrons loose from silicon cells, which creates a flowing electric current.

The cost of installing a solar panel array will depend on the type and size of installation that you are considering. We offer a professional service and value for money, so get in touch to find out how we can help you make the leap to a greener energy source.

In the UK, planning permission is generally not required for domestic solar panels because most standard installations fall under “Permitted Development” rights, though exceptions apply for listed buildings, designated conservation areas, or non-standard setups.

Yes, government grants—such as the ECO4 scheme and the Warm Homes Local Grant—are available in the UK for solar panels, though full or partial funding is primarily targeted at low-income households, those receiving qualifying benefits, or properties with low energy efficiency ratings.

Solar panels do not require direct sunny weather because they generate electricity from daylight rather than heat, though direct sunlight yields the highest energy output.

Although solar PV installation involves an initial investment, long term they could save you a significant amount of money. In addition to making your home or business less reliant on electricity suppliers, you will future-proof your energy supply. 

In times of rising wholesale energy prices and ever increasing electricity bills, making the decision to embrace low-carbon technologies could be one of the best things you will ever do.

Get in touch

Questions? Need a quote? Get a fast, friendly response.

If you are considering enhancing your solar panel set-up with battery storage, please do not hesitate to contact us. We offer a friendly and professional service and install solar battery storage systems in North Devon at competitive prices.

Whatever stage you are at, do feel free to send us a message and ask away. We will be happy to give you a straightforward reply that lets you know you have been heard and understood.

“I sent Earth Inspired my initial query and they responded very quickly with a fuss-free, no-pressure reply. That was followed by a no-obligation site visit and accurate estimate that I was happy to agree. Their service from start to finish was exemplary.”

Michael Robert

Braunton