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Solar Solutions
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Solar Solutions is Cushman & Wakefield’s in-depth research into the attitudes of UK Logistics & Industrial real estate stakeholders regarding the installation and operation of roof-mounted Solar PV systems. This unique study quantifies the vast, untapped potential of rooftop solar across the UK’s L&I property stock and explores the diverse motivations driving solar adoption. It also identifies the key barriers to implementation, including grid connectivity issues, high upfront costs, retrofitting limitations, and legal or operational complexities that hinder widespread deployment.
The research further evaluates the financial viability of Solar PV, modelling returns across various building sizes and occupier energy profiles and examines how solar energy is being monetised. It benchmarks current industry practices and outlines Cushman & Wakefield’s three key policy recommendations to accelerate adoption. Drawing on primary market research data, this report offers a comprehensive and actionable perspective on the future of solar energy in the UK’s logistics and industrial sectors.
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An introduction to Solar Solutions
Watch Edward Bavister, Head of UK Logistics & Industrial research, highlight the key themes emerging from our Solar Solutions market survey and analysis.
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