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A gift, an installation, and now an awards shortlisting for Dunblane Centre
Earlier this year, GreenPower gifted a 50kW rooftop solar array to the Dunblane Centre, installed by our team at Lynx Sustainable Solutions. The project has now been shortlisted for the Alan Clark Award for Local and Community Energy at Solar & Storage Live UK 2026 – one of the most prestigious awards events in the solar industry.
Why Commercial Solar Design Is More Than Squares on a Roof
From the outside, solar design can look like putting squares on a roof. Lynx Sustainable Solutions Design Engineer, Tom Mayers explains what good commercial solar design actually involves.
5 Ways a Great Installation Partner Avoids Mistakes
Most of what separates a smooth solar installation from a difficult one is sorted before anyone sets foot on site. Lynx Project Manager Niall Russell shares the five things a great installation partner always gets right.
Lessons from Almost 20 Years in Solar and What They Mean for Your Project
Lynx Sustainable Solutions Operations Director Mike Wilde shares what nearly 20 years of delivering solar installations has taught him, from regulatory complexity to what good project management really looks like
Why CapEx is the Wrong Metric for Commercial Solar Decisions
Nearly all commercial solar budgets we see centre on one number: Capital Expenditure (CapEx), with asset managers asking only about system costs, payback period, and ROI. Matthew Shaw, our Joint Managing Director, believes this focus is fundamentally flawed and that clients who focus on...
Understanding DNO Grid Connection Applications for Commercial Solar
Grid connection applications are often the biggest source of delay in commercial solar projects. Nick Kennedy, Joint Managing Director at Lynx Sustainable Solutions, explains G99 vs G100 requirements, reveals realistic timelines, cost implications, and shows you how to spot problematic connections early.
A clean energy gift for the heart of Dunblane
In February 2026, our team at Lynx Sustainable Solutions installed a 50kW rooftop solar array at the Dunblane Centre — a community charity built from funds donated to Dunblane following the 1996 tragedy. Gifted by GreenPower, the 96-panel system is projected to save the Centre up to £9,000 a year, every pound of which goes straight back into supporting the community.
From Survey to Switch On: Inside a Commercial Solar Installation Project
From pre-contract surveys to system handover, discover exactly what happens during a commercial solar installation project. Learn how 99% on-time delivery is achieved through intensive planning, collaborative design, and dedicated project management.
What to Look for in a Commercial Solar Delivery Partner: 5 Essential Qualities
Choosing a commercial solar delivery partner is one of the most important decisions in your decarbonisation journey. With systems designed to perform for 25+ years, getting it right from day one matters. Discover the five essential qualities that separate reliable solar partners from those who struggle with delays, cost overruns, and quality issues.
How Retail Parks Are Using Solar to Reduce Costs and Enhance Asset Value
Retail parks across the UK are sitting on significant untapped potential: their expansive roof space. With large, unobstructed rooftops and daytime operations that align perfectly with solar generation, retail parks represent one of the most promising opportunities for commercial solar adoption. Discover why solar PV for retail parks delivers 10-15% annual returns with payback periods of just 5-7 years.
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Email:
info@lynxsustainablesolutions.co.uk
Telephone:
01282 503625
Address:
Ribble Court
1 Mead Way
Shuttleworth Mead Business Park
Padiham
BB12 7NG