Future Homes Standard ready. Delivered by a solar PV Partner you can trust.

From consultancy and design to installation and aftercare, we help housebuilders meet the Future Homes Standard with safe, compliant solar PV, at scale. Helping deliver sustainable, future-ready homes.

 
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Powering compliant, future-ready homes.

Whether you’re looking to build properties that achieve Part L, the upcoming Future Homes Standard and Solar Mandate, zero carbon or Octopus Zero Bills specifications, UPOWA has got you covered.

UPOWA has partnered with Octopus Energy to accelerate the delivery of Zero Bills homes nationwide. We’re calling on developers and housing providers across the UK to make Zero Bills the new standard.

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Your trusted solar PV partner for the Future Homes Standard.

 
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Future-proof your sites with UPOWA.

We’re the UK’s leading new-build solar PV and battery storage specialists. Since 2008, we’ve worked with housebuilders to deliver sustainable homes that are fit for the future, completing over 40,000 solar panel installations nationwide.

We provide an end-to-end service to tackle the Future Homes Standard and meet the industry’s increasing sustainability targets. From consultancy and design to installation and aftercare, we’ve got everything you need.

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What makes a Zero Bills home?

Zero Bills homes are energy efficient properties with solar panels, storage, and heat pump, all optimised by Octopus tech to help customers live in comfort with zero energy bills for 10 years, guaranteed.

Benefits of Zero Bills for housing developers:

  • More highly valued by buyers and tenants

  • Differential house types

  • Built for the future

  • Huge ESG value

  • Banks will lend more with Zero Bills specific mortgages

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Inside the Zero Bills housing revolution.

 

Trusted by the UK’s leading developers

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Why housebuilders choose UPOWA

  • Expert project consultancy

    We ensure stress-free compliance with Part L & S, Future Homes Standard & Zero Bills.

  • Free in-house design service

    Our multi-technology design engineers tailor a design package to meet your requirements.

  • Technical support

    We offer product specification & technical support for your teams every step of the way.

  • Nationwide end-to-end service

    We offer national reach with a local service, backed by the BRCK Group.

  • Multi-technology install teams

    A single delivery partner for all your solar PV, battery storage & EV charging installation needs.

  • Exemplary H&S

    We manage all RAMS, CDM and Method Statement needs for the highest H&S standards.

  • Quality & compliance

    A 100% desktop audit process ensures a consistent & compliant quality output.

  • 1st class project delivery

    We take care of DNO applications, MCS certifications, SEG notifications and handover.

  • Dedicated aftercare

    We provide customer aftercare, support & system servicing packages for peace of mind.

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Explore UPOWA in action.

We’re future-proofing new build homes nationwide with our solar, battery & EV charging installations.

 
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Don’t just take our word for it

  • “Taylor Wimpey have selected UPOWA as one of their strategic partners to install solar PV. Their expertise across the board fills us with confidence from technical support and product knowledge through to the installation and commissioning.”

    Richard Kinloch, Director of Research & Technical Innovation, Taylor Wimpey

  • “We’re proud to have UPOWA as a trusted partner for all our sustainable technology needs. They help us create high-quality, sustainable homes for our customers that will lower resident carbon emissions and energy bills.”

    Adam Eaton, Procurement Director, Thakeham

  • “We selected UPOWA as one of our chosen solar PV design and installation partners . Their technical and operational ability, along with the opportunity for growth, help to deliver a consistent service across all of our developments.”

    Michael Roebuck, Group Technical Innovation Coordinator, Barratt Develpments

  • “UPOWA has been very quick to understand the Octopus Zero Bills specification requirements and then innovate and iterate to deliver high quality solutions, with the latest products, that has unlocked sites where others were unable to do so.”

    Nigel Banks, Technical Director Zero Bills & Low Carbon Homes, Octopus Energy

  • “We’re pleased to continue our partnership with UPOWA with their solar expertise and innovative approach, which will support us as we strive to become one of the most sustainable housebuilders in the industry.”

    Mark White, Managing Director, Bargate Homes

  • “We’re really pleased to be partnering with UPOWA, with their combined solar PV and battery storage expertise, comprehensive service, and industry track record, we are creating high-quality, market-leading sustainable homes, that are fit for the future.”

    Jon Watts, Procurement & Supply Chain Director, Hayfield

  • “From consultancy, design and installation to technical support and customer care, UPOWA offer a complete service for our solar, battery storage and EV charging needs.”

    Luke Barwood, Group Procurement & Sustainability Manager, Acorn

Let’s build a sustainable future together.

Talk to the UPOWA Team today to find out how we can help you deliver sustainable homes that are fit for the future.