Welcome to our September email newsletter.

We hope you had a fantastic summer and are now gently eased back into your familiar routines of work and school - or maybe you're one of the lucky ones. As the season changes and we head into autumn, we're excited to bring you the latest updates from the world of Carter Electrical.

Our team has been incredibly busy so far this month getting lots of homes and businesses started on their renewables journeys. These installations include working with cutting-edge technology like the Tesla Powerwall 3 and Powerwall Expansion pack, the Sunfixings Ground Mount with a Sigenergy converter, and the Sigenstor Hybrid system.

However, September hasn't been all work, no play! Beyond our installation projects, we've also been active in the community. We were proud to sponsor the Gents Invitation Day at The Caversham Golf Club, which was a wonderful day of golf and camaraderie. Last week we also supported the The Heights PTFA Fundraising Golf Day, where our wider team hit the greens for a day of golf in the sunshine, raising funds for a local primary school. It was a pleasure to connect with everyone at these great events, and doing our bit to support the local community feels great!

As always, thank you for being a part of our community. We look forward to connecting with you again this season.

Best regards,

Jon Carter

September Product of the Month

Sigenergy SigenStor Battery

Alright team, let's talk about the SigenStor, because this one's a real game-changer. We've been seeing a lot of new gear hit the market, but this battery from Sigenergy is a standout, and it's easily our Product of the Month.

If you’ve ever had to deal with a tangle of different boxes and components from multiple manufacturers, you'll appreciate this one! The SigenStor is a truly integrated "5-in-one" system, combining the solar inverter, battery management, EV DC charger, battery pack, and energy management system into one neat stack. That means less time on-site trying to get a load of different components to talk to each other, and a much cleaner, more professional-looking install for the customer.

But the real magic for us is the installation process itself. This product is seriously designed with installers in mind. The battery modules are “plug and play” with self-guided pin connectors: you literally just stack them on top of each other, and they click into place - no fiddly, time-consuming wiring between modules. We've found that it significantly cuts down on install time, which, as we all know, is what both the installer and customer appreciates!

The fast, one-click commissioning through the app is the cherry on top. Beyond the easy install, this system is seriously smart. The mySigen app uses AI to optimise the battery's performance, but it also allows us to do remote diagnostics. If a customer has an issue, we can often check it out without even having to send out a van. Plus, the safety features are impressive, including a five-layer protection system for each battery module and even a built-in fire extinguisher. That’s a great bit of peace of mind to pass on to a client.

The modularity is also a huge selling point. It’s available in 6 kWh and 9 kWh modules that you can stack up to six high, giving you up to a massive 54 kWh capacity. This means you can start a client with a smaller system and easily expand it later as their needs grow, for example, if they get an electric car. It’s a solution that really grows with you on your renewables journey, which is a win-win for everyone.

Overall, the Sigenergy SigenStor is a fantastic piece of kit that makes our lives easier, provides a top-tier solution for our customers, and looks slick to boot. We’re big fans at Carter Renewables!

The Future is Electric: Oxford United's Groundbreaking New Stadium

As the world continues its shift toward a more sustainable future, we're seeing renewable energy solutions integrated into projects of all scales - from residential homes to major commercial and public buildings. A recent development that has truly caught our attention is the planning approval for the UK's first "all-electric football stadium" for Oxford United. This project is a landmark moment in sustainable construction and a testament to the power of renewable technology.

Set to be built at a site known as The Triangle, the new 16,000-capacity stadium is designed to be the most sustainable mid-sized sports venue in the UK, the key to its groundbreaking status being its commitment to operating entirely on renewable energy. The plans include a massive array of 3,500 square metres of roof-mounted photovoltaic (PV) panels, which will generate enough energy to significantly reduce the stadium's reliance on the national grid, especially during high-demand matchdays.

In addition to solar power, the stadium will use air-source heat pumps as its primary heat source. This technology, along with highly energy-efficient building materials, will eliminate the need for fossil fuels and is expected to provide an impressive 80% reduction in CO₂ emissions per year compared with conventional gas boilers. These features demonstrate that large-scale venues can be both functional and environmentally responsible, setting a new benchmark for sports architecture. It's an exciting time to be in this industry, and we look forward to seeing what other innovative projects emerge.

Have you read our September Blog?

As the days shorten and the temperature drops, many of us start to think about the coming winter and the inevitable rise in our energy bills. But nowadays, autumn doesn’t have to mean a complete reliance on fossil fuels. In fact, it’s a fantastic time to invest in renewable energy products that are specifically designed to work efficiently even when the sun isn’t at its peak.At Carter Renewables, we believe in making sustainable living a reality for everyone, all year round, and whatever the weather!

Catch up with our September Blog to read about our Top Renewable Energy Products for the Colder Months.

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