Solar Panels for NHS & Healthcare Facilities
Commercial solar installation for NHS trusts and healthcare facilities. Reduce energy costs, meet net zero targets, PSDS funding available. Free survey.
Support the NHS Net Zero commitment whilst reducing operational costs. Healthcare facilities consume significant energy 24/7, making solar with battery storage a compelling investment for hospitals, clinics, and care facilities.
Net Zero 2040
NHS Target
£50-200k/year
Typical Savings
Available
Funding
Why Healthcare Facilities Need Solar
With 24/7 operations and significant energy consumption, healthcare facilities can achieve substantial savings whilst supporting NHS net zero targets.
Healthcare Facilities We Serve
We work with NHS Trusts and private healthcare providers across all facility types.
Supporting NHS Net Zero
The NHS has committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2040 for direct emissions and 2045 for the entire supply chain.
4%
Of England's carbon footprint comes from the NHS
2040
NHS Net Zero target for direct emissions
80%
Reduction needed from buildings and estates
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Available Across the UK
We install solar panels for NHS and healthcare facilities in all major UK cities and regions.
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Commercial Solar for NHS and Healthcare: Salix Finance Explained
NHS trusts, GP surgery groups, mental health trusts and community health providers are among the UK's most active commercial solar adopters — not primarily because of market rates, but because Salix Finance provides zero-interest loans that make solar effectively cost-free in cash flow terms. The energy savings from a solar installation repay the Salix loan; the net effect is a reduction in electricity bills with no upfront capital required.
NHS England's Delivering a Net Zero NHS report (2022) sets a target of net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040. On-site renewable generation is one of the three primary mechanisms alongside heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency. Trusts that install solar now are addressing approximately 15-30% of their scope 2 electricity emissions in a single project.
| Healthcare Setting | Typical System | Annual Saving | Salix Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| District general hospital | 200-500 kWp | GBP44,000-GBP110,000 | Yes - NHS trust |
| Community hospital / cottage hospital | 50-150 kWp | GBP11,000-GBP33,000 | Yes |
| GP surgery (single) | 20-50 kWp | GBP4,400-GBP11,000 | Yes if NHS property |
| GP surgery group (5-10 sites) | 100-300 kWp aggregate | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | Yes |
| Mental health / community trust | 100-300 kWp | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | Yes |
| Private hospital / clinic | 100-300 kWp | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | AIA + SEG only |
Salix Finance Process for NHS Solar
Salix Finance provides interest-free loans to public sector bodies including NHS trusts, GP practices on NHS premises, and community health providers. The loan is structured to be repaid from energy savings over a period matching the expected payback. A 100 kWp solar system costing GBP75,000 with annual savings of GBP22,000 would have a Salix loan repaid over approximately 3.5 years — with energy savings funding the repayment in full.
- ✓Loan amount: up to 100% of project capital cost
- ✓Interest rate: 0% (government-backed)
- ✓Repayment period: aligned to project payback period
- ✓Application: Salix project officer supports application and sign-off
- ✓Reporting: annual energy savings reported to Salix; carbon reduction verified
- ✓Additional to: AIA (if applicable), SEG export income, 0% VAT
NHS Solar Procurement: Frameworks
NHS trusts can procure solar installation via Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Technology Products and Associated Services framework, NHS Shared Business Services energy framework, or OJEU/Find a Tender compliant competitive tender processes. Many regional NHS procurement hubs have pre-approved solar supplier lists that simplify the procurement process.
Commercial Solar for NHS and Healthcare: Salix Finance Explained
NHS trusts, GP surgery groups, mental health trusts and community health providers are among the UK's most active commercial solar adopters — not primarily because of market rates, but because Salix Finance provides zero-interest loans that make solar effectively cost-free in cash flow terms. The energy savings from a solar installation repay the Salix loan; the net effect is a reduction in electricity bills with no upfront capital required.
NHS England's Delivering a Net Zero NHS report (2022) sets a target of net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040. On-site renewable generation is one of the three primary mechanisms alongside heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency. Trusts that install solar now are addressing approximately 15-30% of their scope 2 electricity emissions in a single project.
| Healthcare Setting | Typical System | Annual Saving | Salix Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| District general hospital | 200-500 kWp | GBP44,000-GBP110,000 | Yes - NHS trust |
| Community hospital / cottage hospital | 50-150 kWp | GBP11,000-GBP33,000 | Yes |
| GP surgery (single) | 20-50 kWp | GBP4,400-GBP11,000 | Yes if NHS property |
| GP surgery group (5-10 sites) | 100-300 kWp aggregate | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | Yes |
| Mental health / community trust | 100-300 kWp | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | Yes |
| Private hospital / clinic | 100-300 kWp | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | AIA + SEG only |
Salix Finance Process for NHS Solar
Salix Finance provides interest-free loans to public sector bodies including NHS trusts, GP practices on NHS premises, and community health providers. The loan is structured to be repaid from energy savings over a period matching the expected payback. A 100 kWp solar system costing GBP75,000 with annual savings of GBP22,000 would have a Salix loan repaid over approximately 3.5 years — with energy savings funding the repayment in full.
- ✓Loan amount: up to 100% of project capital cost
- ✓Interest rate: 0% (government-backed)
- ✓Repayment period: aligned to project payback period
- ✓Application: Salix project officer supports application and sign-off
- ✓Reporting: annual energy savings reported to Salix; carbon reduction verified
- ✓Additional to: AIA (if applicable), SEG export income, 0% VAT
NHS Solar Procurement: Frameworks
NHS trusts can procure solar installation via Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Technology Products and Associated Services framework, NHS Shared Business Services energy framework, or OJEU/Find a Tender compliant competitive tender processes. Many regional NHS procurement hubs have pre-approved solar supplier lists that simplify the procurement process.
Commercial Solar for NHS and Healthcare: Salix Finance Explained
NHS trusts, GP surgery groups, mental health trusts and community health providers are among the UK's most active commercial solar adopters — not primarily because of market rates, but because Salix Finance provides zero-interest loans that make solar effectively cost-free in cash flow terms. The energy savings from a solar installation repay the Salix loan; the net effect is a reduction in electricity bills with no upfront capital required.
NHS England's Delivering a Net Zero NHS report (2022) sets a target of net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040. On-site renewable generation is one of the three primary mechanisms alongside heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency. Trusts that install solar now are addressing approximately 15-30% of their scope 2 electricity emissions in a single project.
| Healthcare Setting | Typical System | Annual Saving | Salix Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| District general hospital | 200-500 kWp | GBP44,000-GBP110,000 | Yes - NHS trust |
| Community hospital / cottage hospital | 50-150 kWp | GBP11,000-GBP33,000 | Yes |
| GP surgery (single) | 20-50 kWp | GBP4,400-GBP11,000 | Yes if NHS property |
| GP surgery group (5-10 sites) | 100-300 kWp aggregate | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | Yes |
| Mental health / community trust | 100-300 kWp | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | Yes |
| Private hospital / clinic | 100-300 kWp | GBP22,000-GBP66,000 | AIA + SEG only |
Salix Finance Process for NHS Solar
Salix Finance provides interest-free loans to public sector bodies including NHS trusts, GP practices on NHS premises, and community health providers. The loan is structured to be repaid from energy savings over a period matching the expected payback. A 100 kWp solar system costing GBP75,000 with annual savings of GBP22,000 would have a Salix loan repaid over approximately 3.5 years — with energy savings funding the repayment in full.
- ✓Loan amount: up to 100% of project capital cost
- ✓Interest rate: 0% (government-backed)
- ✓Repayment period: aligned to project payback period
- ✓Application: Salix project officer supports application and sign-off
- ✓Reporting: annual energy savings reported to Salix; carbon reduction verified
- ✓Additional to: AIA (if applicable), SEG export income, 0% VAT
NHS Solar Procurement: Frameworks
NHS trusts can procure solar installation via Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Technology Products and Associated Services framework, NHS Shared Business Services energy framework, or OJEU/Find a Tender compliant competitive tender processes. Many regional NHS procurement hubs have pre-approved solar supplier lists that simplify the procurement process.