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Real world insights
Insights from the field, observations from live assets, and a closer look at how renewable infrastructure performs in the real world.


Host it, or own it?
What if communities didn’t just host renewable energy projects, but owned a stake in them too? SGU explores community energy, shared ownership and whether a different model could change the relationship between renewable infrastructure and the people living alongside it.
Stuart Spiers
Sep 23 min read


A new biodiversity rulebook for major solar projects
From November 2026, major infrastructure projects in England will face mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain requirements. We look at what the new rules mean for large-scale solar and why the future of the industry should be about more than megawatts.
Stuart Spiers
Aug 193 min read


Renewable energy resilience starts long before it’s needed
Extreme weather is prompting more conversations about climate resilience. Stuart Spiers shares why maintaining renewable energy assets is just as important as building new ones.
Stuart Spiers
Aug 131 min read


Why the UK’s solar boom must be matched by quality and long-term performance
As solar adoption accelerates across the UK, choosing the right installation and operations & maintenance partner has never been more important. Here’s why quality should always outweigh the lowest price.
Darren Lewis
Aug 132 min read


Every solar farm tells a story
No two solar farms are exactly alike. Darren Lewis explores why understanding the unique story behind every asset is key to achieving long-term performance and protecting renewable energy investments.
Darren Lewis
Aug 62 min read


The biggest misconception about solar O&M
Many people believe solar farms are “fit and forget” assets. In reality, consistent operations and maintenance plays a vital role in protecting performance, reducing downtime and extending equipment life. Senior Electrical Engineer Andres Velez explains why proactive O&M makes all the difference.
Andres Velez
Jul 223 min read

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