What renewable business energy options are available? There are a number of options for renewable energy in business locations, but finding the right one for your business depends on where it’s located and the amount you’re willing to invest. • Solar PV panels -
• Geothermal and ground source heat pumps -
£5,000-£10,000 for small-scale systems. These take six to ten years to pay back.
£11,000 £15,000. These take fifteen years to pay back.
• Solar thermal energy -
• Combined heat and power -
£3,000-£5,000. This takes five years to pay back.
£32,500. This takes 10.5 years to pay back.
• Biomass systems Cost varies depending on boiler size and type of fuel. These take five to 12 years to pay back - shorter if you use waste wood instead of having to wait for tree growth.
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