UK Enterprise Awards 2021

32 | UK Enterprise Awards 2021 Apr21363 Best Solar Panels Installations Company - England & Wales Solar Select is a leading company dedicated to solar panel installation in England and Wales that is opening up the conversation around the importance of solar and renewable energy in the fight against climate change. We talk to CEO Terry Hayward about his company following its success at the UK Enterprise Awards 2021. Based in Worcestershire, Solar Select is a small family business that has had a big impact on the way that households view solar energy and the panels which generate it. Having travelled the length and breadth of the country to provide clients with green energy and renewable solutions, this company has built its reputation on trust, reliability, and honesty, as CEO Terry Hayward explains, also describing why Solar Select has been so successful in providing a quality, hassle-free, value-for-money service to every client. Solar power has become one of the most common forms of public and private renewable energy, with many individuals choosing to invest in rooftop panels that can convert sunlight into clean and green energy. Terry provides a brief overview of the firm and offers more insight into the type of clients with whom it works alongside. “Solar Select is a firm that believes as much in the mission of renewable energy, as it does in providing a personal service to the client, from the initial enquiry, to installation, and the aftercare service. Typically, clients range from the private domestic sector to those in social housing and commercial sectors. What Solar Select offers is solar photovoltaic installations that are complimented with battery storage solutions, along with a breakdown and repair service for those photovoltaic panels”. Getting into clean and renewable energy with photovoltaic panels that can convert sunlight is a big investment. Naturally then, as Terry goes on to explain, that is why the firm goes above and beyond to provide the best possible customer service and maximum peace of mind. “Assurances like the ones that the firm make are perfect for ensuring that the customer knows they have chosen wisely for their renewable installation. This particular feat of customer service is very noticeable in the amount of referral enquiries that often come through on the back of satisfied customers who are happy with their photovoltaic panels”. With the technology surrounding solar power and its various applications always shifting, the trends within the industry are currently in a state of flux, as Terry explains further. “At the moment, trends are showing an inclination towards battery storage with the technology being very fluid and constantly evolving, thanks to the emerging area of energy storage solutions. However, with suppliers such as Octopus always pushing the boundaries in the sector, companies such as Solar Select have to be prepared to get these innovations to the clients who want them most as quickly as possible”. Going the extra mile for its customers remains of the firm’s number one priorities. Naturally then, in this regard staff training plays an integral role, as Terry points out. “Offering clients a personal touch is a necessity, which is why we place such a big emphasis on encouraging our staff to be polite and courteous whilst discussing our clients’ renewable energy needs”. Despite making such great strides since its inception, the firm has recently had to face several challenges, one of which being the outbreak of COVID-19, as Terry explains further. “The renewable sector is a huge market to explore with solar power and battery storage, but there have been questions about how to do installations safely because of the virus”. Finally, Terry discusses the firm’s future prospects as we look ahead to the remainder of 2021 and beyond. “Currently, the team at Solar Select are exploring various innovations in grid share technology and smart technology around how to view, adjust, and control solar power. Moving forward, this will be invaluable as we seek to continue our domination in the renewable energy industry. These are exciting times for businesses within this sector, and for the younger generation who are looking for a career in this field”. Company: Solar Select Contact: Terry Hayward Web: www.solarselect.net Based in Worcestershire, Solar Select is a small family business that has had a big impact on the way that households view solar energy and the panels which generate it.