The UK has ambitious Net Zero goals — but most of the solar technology installed here is imported. Long supply chains, global shipping, and limited visibility over manufacturing practices all add to the carbon footprint.
At Solar Capture Technologies (SCT), we believe there’s a better way. By manufacturing in Blyth, Northumberland, we’re reducing transport emissions, supporting ethical supply chains, and giving customers a sustainable, UK-made alternative.
Whether it’s our flagship Composite Solar Roof Tile or bespoke OEM solar modules for demanding sectors, the benefits of local manufacturing are the same: lower footprint, higher quality, and innovation designed for the future.
- Cutting Carbon Through Local Manufacturing
- Fewer shipping miles: UK production means avoiding emissions linked to transporting panels from Asia or Europe.
- Shorter supply chains: More resilience, less risk, and faster turnaround for customers.
- Audited suppliers: While some specialist components (such as solar cells) still come from overseas, SCT ensures every supplier is ethically audited.
This approach is underpinned by our ISO 14001 certification, proving our commitment to environmental responsibility in every step of production.
- Why This Matters for Housing & Development
For housing associations and developers, choosing UK-made solar isn’t just about supporting local jobs — it directly supports ESG and Net Zero strategies:
- Demonstrates commitment to low-carbon procurement.
- Improves traceability and reporting for ESG frameworks.
- Provides high-quality, durable products that perform better over the long term — reducing replacement cycles and whole-life carbon impact.
- Benefits for Homeowners
For private homeowners, the choice is clear:
- Lower-carbon solar → supporting the transition to Net Zero at home.
- Higher-quality products → designed to last the lifetime of a roof.
- Better performance → delivering a faster return on investment compared to cheaper, imported alternatives.
- Innovation That Drives Sustainability
SCT’s strength lies not just in manufacturing, but in innovation.
We have decades of R&D experience developing solar solutions for some of the most demanding environments, including the offshore sector, where products must endure harsh conditions and still perform.
Today, that same expertise powers our ability to design and manufacture bespoke OEM solar modules at scale — helping other industries meet their sustainability goals with UK-made solutions.
Reducing carbon footprints isn’t just about what solar panels generate, it’s about how and where they’re made.
By choosing UK-made solar from Solar Capture Technologies, developers, contractors, homeowners, and investors alike can be confident they are supporting a cleaner supply chain, stronger local industry, and products built to last.
Learn more about SCT’s Composite Solar Roof Tile or contact us at enquiries@solarcapturetechnologies.com.
