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Sun-Powered Supply Chains: Boost Your ESG Score with Solar

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Overview

Refrigeration. Lighting. Automation. Round-the-clock operations. There’s no doubt that warehouses and logistics hubs eat electricity - and this has a massive impact on their carbon footprint and bottom line.

 

Solar is a simple solution that tackles both. By generating clean energy on-site, warehouse and logistics operations can cut their reliance on the grid, slash emissions and costs and prove progress against ESG targets. 

 

That’s more than good for the planet. It’s good for business.

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Sun-Powered Supply Chains: Boost Your ESG Score with Solar

Cut carbon where it counts
We’ve proved time and again that if you switch to solar you can cut energy bills by at least a third, while slashing emissions at the same time. Just ask HB Humphries in Kettering. We installed a 145 kWp rooftop system that saves them a third of their annual electricity costs and more than 378 tonnes of CO₂ over 20 years. Read more about our solar PV installation at HB Humphries. 

 

ESG reporting made easier
Today, sustainability isn’t just a side-note or tick box exercise. It’s a serious requirement. Under schemes like SECR and ESOS, businesses need hard numbers to show how they’re moving towards net zero.

 

The good news? Solar makes sustainability reporting simple. Our systems come with monitoring technology that provides clear, downloadable reports showing how much carbon and cost your solar PV system has saved your business. That means you don’t just meet ESG obligations, you’ve got credible evidence for customers, investors and regulators.

 

Stay ahead of compliance 
Solar also helps warehouses stay ahead of tightening regulations. EPC and MEES standards are getting stricter, with minimum EPC ratings due to rise from “E” today to “C” by 2027 and “B” by 2030. Properties that don’t comply risk becoming unlettable.

 

For new build projects, Part L requirements already demand high energy efficiency. There’s no doubt that solar is one of the fastest, most effective ways to meet these standards while also reducing long-term costs.

 

Give your business the competitive edge in every tender
We know that sustainability is often a deciding factor in many logistics contracts. Major retailers and manufacturers increasingly expect their supply chain partners to prove their carbon credentials.

 

Our clients can use their Plug me in solar PV installations in their tender submissions. For many, it’s the difference between ticking a box and standing out as a forward-thinking partner.

 

Smarter supply chains start here
If you’ve been thinking that solar is purely an energy solution - think again. Solar isn’t just about power. It’s about strategy. We’ve seen clients use it to cut costs, reduce carbon and boost their ESG scores, while strengthening compliance, winning tenders and protecting brand reputations.

 

At Plug me in, we’ve helped clients from manufacturers to logistics providers unlock these fantastic benefits. Take Cummins Logistics in Daventry. Their rooftop solar system is on track to deliver a whopping £7.8 million in profit and save 5,380 tonnes of CO₂ over 20 years. Read more about our installation at Cummins Logistics.

 

The message is clear: a sun-powered supply chain is a stronger, smarter supply chain. 

 

Talk to us today and find out how much cost and CO₂ we can save your operations with a Plug me in solar installation. 

Further reading
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Keeping Warehouses Powered Through the Peaks: How Solar and Storage Safeguard Operations Against Grid Instability
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Meeting Customer Demands for Green Supply Chains: Solar as a Competitive Advantage in Manufacturing
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From Production Lines to Profit Lines: How Solar Powers Smarter Manufacturing
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Sun-Powered Supply Chains: Boost Your ESG Score with Solar
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From Roof to Revenue: How Warehouses Can Cut Costs and Cash In on Solar
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Don’t Pay for Carbon Twice – How Solar Protects You from CBAM Costs
Carbon now comes with a cost. The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) — coming into force in 2026, with the UK following in 2027 — charges for emissions embedded in imports of high-carbon goods like steel, cement and aluminium. Investing in onsite solar is a smart way to cut emissions, reduce CBAM costs, and stay competitive
From Obligation to Opportunity: How Solar Helps You Meet Net Zero Targets
UK carbon rules are tightening, but onsite solar lets businesses cut emissions, stay compliant, and turn net zero obligations into a competitive advantage.
Rising Energy Costs: Why Solar is the Intelligent Choice for UK Businesses
Wholesale energy costs are rising again. Ofgem recently confirmed a rise in the domestic energy price cap in October. While this cap doesn’t apply to businesses, it signals a trend: wholesale prices are creeping upwards again. For businesses that will mean higher bills and squeezed margins.
The Benefits of Solar Panels for Commercial Landlords
As energy costs continue to rise and sustainability becomes a business priority, many commercial landlords are exploring the benefits of solar PV systems. Installing solar panels on commercial properties provides landlords with an opportunity to reduce costs, increase property value, and create new revenue streams while also supporting environmental goals.