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Follow our journey as we help power a greener, more sustainable future.
UPOWA partners with Greencore to future-proof 42 homes with roof-integrated solar panels in Oxfordshire
UPOWA has partnered with Greencore Homes to deliver a 262 kWp roof-integrated solar PV system for 42 new net zero carbon homes at The Canopies in Milton Heights, Oxfordshire. The partnership supports Greencore’s climate-positive mission and showcases UPOWA’s end-to-end solar delivery expertise.
UPOWA launches new podcast series: Shaping a Greener Tomorrow
UPOWA has launched a brand-new podcast, Shaping a Greener Tomorrow, bringing together industry experts to explore the future of sustainable housebuilding and innovation in the built environment.
UK Government confirms rooftop solar mandate for new build homes by 2027
Rooftop solar panels will become mandatory on most new homes in England by 2027. UPOWA is ready to help housebuilders deliver compliant, cost-effective solar at scale — and future-proof homes in line with the Future Homes Standard.
UPOWA Named Supply Chain Partner of the Year at Octopus Energy’s Zero Bills Awards
UPOWA wins Supply Chain Partner of the Year at the 2025 Octopus Energy Zero Bills Awards – recognising our role in delivering solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging solutions that help housebuilders create sustainable, Zero Bills homes across the UK.
UPOWA and Octopus Energy join forces to supercharge ‘Zero Bills’ homes revolution
UPOWA, a leader in the design and installation of new build solar, battery storage, and EV charging, and Octopus Energy, have joined forces to supercharge ‘Zero Bills’ homes revolution. This deal will kick off with UPOWA delivering the roof-integrated solar and battery installations for 48 ‘Zero Bills’ homes being built by Thakeham as part of its Templegate development in Burgess Hill, West Sussex.
Key Account Director joins UPOWA to drive regional growth
UPOWA is thrilled to announce the appointment of Will Parker as its new Key Account Director. Will joins the business to help drive and deliver targeted growth and sales across the Midlands and East Anglia regions. With 30 years in the housebuilding and construction industry, Will brings a wealth of knowledge of each build stage and an excellent understanding of design, supply and installation contract delivery.
Mike Shields promoted to Design and Estimating Director
UPOWA proudly announces the promotion of Mike Shields to Design and Estimating Director. In his new role, Mike will focus on the strategy for the front end of the business, further growing our design and estimating function to meet our customers’ ever-increasing needs so we can help them overcome the industry challenges they face.
Gary Cozens promoted to Operations Director
UPOWA is excited to announce the promotion of Gary Cozens to Operations Director. This reflects Gary’s hard work, commitment and dedication to UPOWA over the last 13 years. In his new role, Gary will ensure our expanding regional operations in the South West, Midlands and Eastern areas consistently work as safely and efficiently as possible to hit delivery targets, while maintaining an enhanced focus on health and safety on site.
UPOWA completes 1.25MW rooftop solar array at London Biggin Hill Airport, accelerating Bombardier's sustainability journey
Leading sustainable technology experts UPOWA in partnership with Zestec Renewable Energy, a funder, developer and asset manager of renewable solutions, announces the completion of a 1.25MW rooftop solar PV system for world-leading business jet and military aircraft manufacturer Bombardier, at their nearly 250,000 sq. ft. service centre located at London Biggin Hill Airport.
UPOWA launches three new operational regions to accelerate expansion
Leading sustainable technology experts UPOWA announces the opening of three new operational regions in the South West, Midlands and East Anglia to accelerate growth to meet rising demand for its high-quality solar PV, battery storage and EV charging solutions. The strategic move marks the next step in UPOWA’s expansion plans as it aims to help more housing developers and businesses meet sustainability targets with its one-stop shop solution, supporting the transition to net-zero.
Building a career in renewable energy at UPOWA
As we scale-up to drive the UK’s energy transition to a zero-carbon future, we’re focused on nurturing young talent and providing access to career progression, industry leading training and support. We caught up with Emma to learn more about her experience of working within the renewable energy industry at UPOWA and her transition from Apprentice to her key role as Head of Coordination within the Operations Team.
UPOWA renews solar PV & EV charging partnership with Bewley Homes
UPOWA is excited to announce the renewal of an exclusive supply agreement with Bewley Homes, to deliver solar PV and EV charging requirements across its developments. This builds on the UPOWA Inline Solar and EV charger installations completed with Bewley Homes since 2021, which helped to future-proof the housebuilder’s properties while reducing customer energy bills and carbon emissions.
Accomplished finance leader joins UPOWA to help accelerate growth journey
UPOWA is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Cole as its new Finance Director. This move aligns with the business’s next phase of growth as changes to Part L and Part S of the Building Regulations drive up demand for solar PV, battery storage and EV charging technologies. Paul brings with him a wealth of finance experience having worked in the housebuilding industry for more than 14 years.
Emma Ellis promoted to Head of Coordination
UPOWA is proud to announce that Emma Ellis has been promoted to Head of Coordination. Emma will enable each department, from Design, Sales and Operations through to Aftercare and Accounts, to work together seamlessly so the operational systems and processes run efficiently. This will ensure UPOWA continues to deliver a high-quality service as demand increases for its sustainable technology solutions.
UPOWA joins the Future Homes Hub
UPOWA is delighted to join the Future Homes Hub as an Associate Member as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and a zero-carbon future. We’re proud to be working together on a broad range of topics, including the Future Homes Standard, embodied and whole life carbon, zero carbon placemaking, biodiversity net gain, water efficiency, resource efficiency and air quality.
UPOWA extends solar PV partnership with Bargate Homes
We’re proud to extend our exclusive solar PV supply agreement with Bargate Homes to install solar PV panels across its residential developments over the next three years. By choosing to partner up with UPOWA, Bargate Homes has a trusted solar PV expert who will tackle Part L and help make its homes more sustainable and future ready.
UPOWA names Paul Terry as new MD
UPOWA, a specialist provider of sustainable technology products and services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Terry as its new Managing Director. Paul joins the business during its continued growth to meet surging demand for solar PV, battery storage and EV charging solutions.
UPOWA lands 3-year solar PV agreement with Redrow
We are excited to announce a new national supplier agreement with Redrow to deliver the solar PV requirements for its housing developments over the next three years. The partnership will see UPOWA supply its end-to-end renewable energy services to the housebuilder’s Thames Valley, Southern Counties, Southern, South East and South West regional offices.
UPOWA secures 3-year solar PV supply agreement with Barratt Developments
We are proud to announce a 3-year national supplier agreement with Barratt Developments, the country’s largest housebuilder, to deliver solar PV requirements for a range of their new housing developments. We will partner with 8 Barratt and David Wilson Homes divisions to support their Part L transition and full implementation needs for sites throughout Southern and Western areas of the country.
UPOWA achieves ISO 9001 & ISO 45001 certifications
We are proud to announce that we have successfully renewed certification under two ISO standards; ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management) and ISO 45001: 2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management) for the design, supply, installation and maintenance of solar PV, battery storage and EV charging technologies.