The Solar Hub exhibition space (21st – 23rd June) brought together the region’s leading solar installers, renewable energy companies, community energy groups and local organisations. For three days the Solar Hub was the place to be if you were looking to reduce your business’ utility costs, wanted to install solar on your home or a local community building, or find out what Bristol is doing to secure it’s energy future.
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Exhibitor list
Exhibitors are being confirmed as we speak but include:
1 World Solar
1 World Solar are a one stop shop for a wide range of renewable and energy saving technologies. We are installers of PV, solar thermal, biomass boilers and stoves, heat pumps; as well as shower heat recovery systems, underfloor heating and external wall insulation, to complete your eco renovation package.
BRE National Solar Centre
The BRE National Solar Centre provides all industry stakeholders with research based independent information on solar energy design, products and installation techniques, performance, durability and costs.• The home of the Solar Knowledge Hub and the Solar Observatory• Independent due diligence consultancy
• Trustworthy fault finding services
• Support for solar industry quality controlwww.bre.co.uk
Bristol City Council
Bristol City Council is committed to reducing CO2 from its own buildings, and is developing city-wide projects to improve energy efficiency and produce energy from renewable sources. We encourage all citizens to find ways to make their homes warmer and cheaper to heat, and support the growth of this sector.
Bristol Energy Cooperative
Bristol Energy Cooperative (BEC) is a community-owned energy cooperative, funded by investor members, growing Greater Bristol’s local green energy supply and making the benefits available to all. We develop renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, and helps others to do the same. We got started in 2011.
Bristol Energy Network
An umbrella organisation for community energy groups in greater Bristol, the network aims to facilitate and promote the activities of members, through:- Providing an open platform for the sharing of resources, ideas and debate;- Cascading news, information and policy updates, and;
- Acting as a conduit between local groups and external organisations.www.bristolenergynetwork.org
Bristol Power Coop
British Gas Solar
British Gas Solar has a near two decade pedigree in the design, installation and maintenance of commercial solar energy solutions in the UK and has been responsible for a number of landmark projects. We can offer systems ranging from rooftop systems of a few kW to large-scale multi-MW solar field installations.www.britishgas.co.uk
Clean Energy Prospector
Clean Energy Prospector is a Bristol-based advanced technologystartup developing solutions that help drive the growth of domestic renewables and energy efficiency. The company’s Simtricity solution provides automated meter reading, roof management and user engagement tools for large-scale domestic solar schemes.
Conergy
Conergy is the only solar company worldwide that delivers the complete solar system, including mounting frames, inverters and modules, for residential and commercial installations. Headquartered in Hamburg, the company employs more than 1,500 people in 14 countries. Since its foundation in 1998, Conergy has sold, installed and manufactured solar power capacity totalling 1.6 GW – a third more than the UK’s total installed base.
Ecocetera
Ecocetera is a fully accredited, Bristol based renewable energy company specialising in solar photovoltaic systems. They are passionate about helping home owners and businesses reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and nuclear power. They pride themselves on the quality of their installations, professionalism of their staff and ethical product sourcing.
Emtec Energy
Emtec Energy provide an extensive portfolio of services, solutions and products from initial survey through to maintenance and monitoring. We are the full turnkey renewable energy provider designing and installing a range of energy-efficient technologies. Emtec Energy are completely customer focused with our experienced and qualified workforce creating bespoke solutions for tailored to our customer’s building requirements.
Environmental Technologies iNet
The Environmental Technologies iNet provides support to the most promising environmental goods and services businesses in the South West of England. We can help develop, protect and commercialise your ideas, products and services – and if you are already trading, we can help you exploit new markets and grow your sales.
Fronius
Fronius manufactures high-performance inverters for grid-connected solar power systems with a range of components for professional system monitoring. Outstanding products and services, such as the IG Plus series of inverters, the IG TL transformerless inverter and the unique Fronius Service Partner programme, make Fronius Solar Electronics quality leader in the global market.
Klober
Klober Ltd offers a range of products to prevent excessive condensation forming in a roof void, through ventilation or by use of an air open or vapour permeable underlay that allows the structure to breathe. Klober also offers specialised products providing airtight and watertight roof penetrations for the Solar Panels.
Paul O’Brien Solar
Paul O’Brien Solar Installations are a SOUTH BRISTOL based Installer and has completed over 2,500 Residential and Commercial Solar PV Installations in Bristol to date. POB Solar are involved with several community and Public Sector City wide solar projects, ensuring that the sun is maximised as a natural limitless resource.
R-ECO, The Renewable Energy Co-operative
The Renewable Energy Co-operative, R-ECO, works towards long-term sustainability both in terms of the environment and our relationship with our customers. We’re here to ensure that our customers receive the correct, long-term support that they need in order to achieve realistic sustainability; saving money and the environment for future generations.
Ready for Retrofit
“Ready for Retrofit” is a European-funded programme led by key partners Regen SW (www.regensw.co.uk) and Energy Saving Trust (www.energysavingtrust.org.uk) designed to increase supply and demand for energy efficiency and microgeneration retrofit measures in the south west. Visit us to learn about the £6m investment in SW housing stock and how local SMEs can benefit from FREE business support and a £500 business development voucher.
Solarsense
Solarsense has been helping businesses and home-owners switch to renewable energy for almost 20 years. Whether you want to protect your business from rising energy costs or reduce your family’s carbon footprint you can rely on Solarsense for trusted advice and installation. RegenSW’s Green Energy Installer of the Year 2012.
Southern Solar
We’ve been installing solar across the south since 2002 and are one of the UK’s most trusted solar installers. Our helpful, sensible advice has been noted by Which? and our strong focus on your experience means most of our work comes through client recommendation. Come and say hello!
Suka Sol
Imagine silent, stable 100% solar power whenever and wherever you need it. Set up and Pack down in minutes, the Suka s-Kube is able to provide power day and night, without exhaust emissions, fire danger or the ongoing need for diesel or petrol. The s-Kube’s statement: “renewable energy is here!”
SunGift Solar
SunGift are award-winning experts in the design and installation of bespoke renewable energy systems for both commercial and domestic customers. We are committed to delivering every part of your project to the highest possible standard, ensuring that every SunGift system continues to excel throughout its working life. Your Energy. Our Expertise.
West of England Local Enterprise Partnership
West of England Local Enterprise Partnership – Skills Team
Provide support to local employers to ensure they have easy access to a well skilled local workforce that is able to meet their business needs:
• Apprenticeship Hub – Information and guidance to help businesses through the recruitment process
• Skills Development of Existing Employees – Skills reviews provided to businesses by advisers
• Design and development of bespoke training programmes working with our 5 FE colleges
Your Power
Your Power aims to provide the very best solar installation services to the agricultural, commercial, domestic and public sector. The core values of the business are openness, partnership and innovation delivered professionally and competitively. Your Power is a solution-orientated business that provides advice, design, installation and maintenance services to new and existing infrastructure.
Bristol Solar City Pavilion
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