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Solar for flats

M&E consultants resource library

We've compiled helpful resources to assist M&E consultants when designing shared solar in apartment buildings. 

  1. How SolShare works
  2. How SolShare helps with EPC & SAP requirements
  3. How to design with SolShare in 7 steps
  4. Additional technical documentation 
  5. Case studies

How SolShare works

CPD course

M&E CPD course

This CPD presentation equips M&E Consultants with the knowledge to specify shared solar in apartment buildings while meeting regulatory requirements.

Learn how shared solar overcomes design challenges and improves SAP and EPC ratings.

Ideal for M&E consultants looking to futureproof projects and meet net zero goals.

 

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How it works

Learn how SolShare works 

2:12 min video

Understand how SolShare enables solar sharing in apartment buildings, including how the solar allocation works and benefits for residents.

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How SolShare helps with SAP & EPC requirements

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Brand usage guidelines

These guidelines are here to support you in promoting Allume’s technology – clearly, confidently and responsibly.

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What is SAP

What is SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure)

3:23 min video

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SAP table

SAP table

See how SolShare helps improve EPC ratings and integrates with SAP assessments to meet compliance requirements for new build and retrofit projects.

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M&E FAQs

SolShare FAQs

Access our detailed FAQ covering the most common technical questions M&E consultants ask when designing SolShare systems.

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How to design with SolShare in 7 steps

The perfect site

Step 1

The perfect site for SolShare installation

Video: 2:07 min

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How many SolShares

Step 2

How to determine how many SolShares are needed for your project

Video: 7:41 min 

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kWp allocation

Step 3

kWp allocation through SolShare

Video: 10:52 min 

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Importance of phasing

Step 4

Phase allocation for each flat

Video: 2:00 min

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Using Allume's kWp allocation tool

Step 5

SolShare's custom allocation tool

Use the allocation tool

Step 6

Meter location

Determines what recommended installation method is used.

Go to step 7 to see most relevant single line diagram for your project.

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Meters co-located

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Meters in flat

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Meters in risers

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Step 7

Solar point of connection - Meter location dependant

Consumer Unit SLD

Consumer Unit SLD example

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3 pole SLD

3 Pole Isolator SLD example

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SolShare Fused Isolator SLD

SolShare Fused Isolator SLD example

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System Design

System & SLD Design Guide

A guide on how to design a safe and effective shared solar system using SolShare.

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Guide

SolShare Installation Manual

This guide provides general instructions on the installation procedures of SolShare.

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Additional technical documentation 

System Design

System & SLD Design Guide

A guide on how to design a safe and effective shared solar system using SolShare.

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SolShare Revit file

Document

Revit file

The file allows engineers and designers to integrate the SolShare device seamlessly into building designs. It contains the digital 3D representation of a SolShare system, including its components, connections and spatial requirements.

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Datasheet

Datasheet

SolShare 35 datasheet

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SolShare and Batteries
Guide

SolShare Installation Manual

This guide provides general instructions on the installation procedures of SolShare.

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Reach out to uk.info@allumeenergy.com if you have a communal battery storage project in the works.

Not every site is a perfect candidate for communal battery storage, and many site variables can affect this. We’re here to help confirm technical suitability and avoid any risk of a poorly performing installation for your clients.

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System Design

System & SLD Design Guide

A guide on how to design a safe and effective shared solar system using SolShare.

View/Download
Guide

SolShare Installation Manual

This guide provides general instructions on the installation procedures of SolShare.

View/Download
System Design

System & SLD Design Guide

A guide on how to design a safe and effective shared solar system using SolShare.

View/Download

Case studies

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Success stories

Allume’s SolShare has delivered clean solar energy through social housing retrofits and new builds across the UK, US, and Australia, achieving over 10 GWh in production. Explore case studies for real-world insights into solar for flats.

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"We installed just 3 inverters with 
3 SolShares to serve 35 properties. 

If it wasn’t for Allume's SolShare system, it would not have been possible to install solar PV at this project, there was simply no space to install 35 inverters."

Clark Gourlay
Electrical Install Manager, Union Technical Services Ltd
Guide

SolShare Installation Manual

This guide provides general instructions on the installation procedures of SolShare.

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