Running a restaurant is no easy feat and trying to balance an operating budget just makes the job all the more difficult. One of the main problems which many restaurateurs come up against is the high cost of electricity. Such things as portion control and payroll are within their power to manage, but there doesn’t seem to be much which can be done about the rising cost of energy, no matter which supplier they contract. For anyone experiencing this problem, take heart because there really can be a solution to your problem!
Solar Panels for Restaurants
Have you ever considered a solar installation to generate much of the electricity you use in your restaurant? Not only can you generate a good portion of the energy you use but you can get paid for doing it! New Energy Futures can help you discover which government grants can best suit your needs so that you can take part in the Feed in Tariff (FIT) and/or the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), both of which provide a way to fund some of the initial installation expense. It is hoped that over time the installation will end up paying for itself based on current grants even with projected changes in the tariffs.
There are actually two main ways in which solar panels can be installed, even though you will need solar photovoltaic (PV) panels to qualify for FIT. If your roof isn’t large enough or located with a direct line to solar rays, it is possible to have stand alone solar panels mounted on the property. It is also possible that you could take advantage of either a ground mount or a roof mount solar power installation which is why it is important to contact New Energy Futures (NEF) for a free onsite no obligation consultation.
If you find that you are spending a great deal of money on heating your restaurant then you may also wish to discuss the Renewable Heat Incentive programme with your NEF installer during your free assessment. This particular scheme is a grant for solar thermal and ground and air source heat pumps. The UK is known for its damp and chilly climate much of the year which can be a major expense for any place of business which is open to the public. Patrons won’t sit and relax over a meal no matter how tasty if they can’t sit in a warm and cosy environment.
One other matter you might take up with New Energy Futures is the subject of feeding excess solar electricity back into the national grid for additional tariff. Any time your restaurant is closed and not using an abundance of extra electricity, anything that is not stored in solar battery cells can be fed back into the grid. Your supplier will also compensate you for this. If you are having difficulty balancing your operating costs budget, now is the time to call on New Energy Futures for your free onsite assessment. Keep in mind that grants are subject to change and if you want to get locked into a higher tariff, now is the time to make the switch. Call us today on 0844 774 1407 and an MCS accredited installer will be available to help you plan a greener, cost effective solar powered future.
