What we do

Feasibility studies allow a project to be assessed for technical, environmental, commercial viability, the generation of an outline solution design.  At the end of this process, our partners and clients will be able to make an informed decision on progressing the energy project to the next stage.

The services carried out during the feasibility stage are:

• Site selection and review
• Technology options appraisal
• Initial grid connection assessment and consultation meeting with DNO
• Outline solution design
• Energy yield assessment
• Initial planning opinion
• Costs and timescales to develop the energy solution

Obtaining all the consents necessary to build an energy project can be a daunting task.  With this aspect of development, we will utilise expert third parties when required to maximise efficiency and the opportunity of securing necessary consents.   

The services carried out during the consenting and permission stage are: 

• Planning application preparation and submission
• Ecology surveys and assessments
• Grid connections for import and export of electricity
• Environmental surveys and permits
• Heads of Terms and Exclusivity Agreements in place
• Option Agreements and Leases in place
• Purify planning conditions

Powering The Nation's team ensures assets achieve optimal returns for clients, through managing operational contracts such as Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), whilst ensuring the safe and reliable operation of an asset along with achieving regulatory compliance. The team will work with the maintenance provider, manage preventative maintenance and rectify any potential issues to avoid downtime.  

Asset management services include:

• Performance monitoring
• Maintenance coordination
• Operational contract administration
• Regulatory compliance

Powering The Nation's team can support clients with due diligence assessment on potential project acquisitions or investment, critical to ensure that selected projects are viable and aligned to the client's goals. Our due diligence process minimises risk and maximises opportunities for long term success. 

The services carried out during the due diligence stage are:

• Land and property review
• Grid connection review
• Commercial viability
• Planning and regulatory compliance assessment