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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.


What a solar site looks like before failure
Most solar site failures do not happen suddenly. In this article, Senior Electrical Engineer Andres Velez shares the subtle warning signs engineers look for before small issues turn into costly failures.
Andres Velez
Jun 33 min read


Why access matters
Site access plays a bigger role in solar operations than people often realise. From inspections and maintenance to vegetation management and fault response, practical access supports long-term asset performance.
Darren Lewis
May 282 min read


A proud moment for Solar Group Utilities
Solar Group Utilities has been shortlisted in the Managing New Energy Demand category at the British Renewable Energy Awards 2026, while Jo Baber has been recognised as a Rising Star finalist.
Darren Lewis
May 202 min read


Experience changes how you look at sites
Experience changes how operational assets are understood. Over time, familiarity with site behaviour helps identify patterns, question small variations, and make better operational decisions before issues become obvious.
Darren Lewis
May 192 min read


When “busy” becomes the baseline
In busy operational industries, stress does not always look obvious. Often, it appears gradually through tiredness, distraction, or feeling constantly switched on. Jo Baber shares thoughts on workplace mental health, recognising early signs, and why Mental Health First Aid training matters.
Jo Baber
May 112 min read


Why AMP Trust matters
AMP Trust is a new professional network focused on improving consistency, standards, and collaboration across renewable energy operations. With different membership levels, it brings together those shaping how assets are delivered and managed over time.
Stuart Spiers
May 52 min read

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