Plug Me In, provider of EV charging points and heat pump technology, will now provide solar energy and battery storage services.
The company recently acquired Environmental Energies Limited (EEL), a provider of residential and commercial energy infrastructure services, allowing Plug Me In to offer these complementary technologies. Founded in 2011, EEL provides large-scale solar PV projects, including Slate Barn Farm in Peterborough, as well as residential and C&I services.
Now that EEL’s residential portfolio has been integrated into Plug Me In’s offering, it will deliver clean energy systems for heat pumps, battery energy storage, solar and EV infrastructure. Plug Me In is pitching the package to businesses and homeowners, saying the power captured and stored by the solar and battery section can power heat pumps and electric vehicle charging.
Kim Ratcliffe, Managing Director of Plug Me In, said: “Plug Me In is focused on breakthrough innovative solutions that accelerate a clean energy transition. With the acquisition of EEL and the introduction of its experienced solar and battery engineers, we can accelerate the adoption of clean energy technologies, enabling seamless integration with our existing range of heat pumps and EV infrastructure.
“Our combined expertise will help individuals and businesses embrace more sustainable practices, aiding them on their journey to net zero.”
As mentioned on our sister site, Current±Join me recently collaborated with ScottishPower on a clean heating plan, with the former’s engineers installing heat pumps on behalf of the latter’s Smart Solutions division. Many domestic installations benefit from government grants such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) and Energy Companies Obligation 4 (ECO4), which reduce upfront costs.
Plug Me In also does not offer upfront financing options.
Solar charging
For companies with an EV park, solar parks offer cheaper and cleaner charging. Surrey County Council installed a pop-up solar car park and electric vehicle charging point at the Council Depot Centre. The system was supplied by solar parking company 3ti. The 19.3 kWp Papilio3 system offers destination and workplace charging and can produce up to 18 MWh of electricity in the first year.
