Glasgow warehouse solar economics 2026
Irradiance: 830-860 kWh/kWp/yr. Grid retail: 23-25p/kWh. Standard DC payback: 6.5-8yr. With LCITP 20-35%: 4.5-6yr. Cold chain: 5-6.5yr. Manufacturing IETF: 4-5.5yr. SP Networks G99: 8-12 months G postcodes.
Eurocentral M8: the Glasgow logistics hub
Eurocentral (ML1 — M8 J6): Scotland's largest logistics park. Amazon Scotland FC (Climate Pledge active); DHL Scotland; Tesco Eurocentral DC; XPO Scotland; Wincanton Scotland. Equidistant Edinburgh-Glasgow. SP Networks G99 at ML1: 8-10 months. Self-consumption Amazon FC: 78-84%.
Clyde port and King George V Dock
King George V Dock (G51 — Braehead): mixed cargo handling, cold chain, logistics warehousing. Peel Ports Clydeport operations. SP Networks G99 at G51: 9-11 months — port-area capacity can be constrained. Pre-application engagement with SP Networks recommended for dock-area systems above 750 kW.
Glasgow food and drink manufacturing
Tunnocks Uddingston (G71 — IETF food 20-25%); AG Barr Cumbernauld (G67 — carbonated drinks, IETF 25-30%); Greggs Scottish bakeries (IETF 20-25%); Scottish dairy cold chain. We assess all Glasgow manufacturing for IETF eligibility.
Common questions
Does Eurocentral qualify for Scottish Enterprise LCITP?
Yes — Eurocentral (ML1, North Lanarkshire) logistics businesses are eligible. Large business: 20-25%. SME: 30-35%. We identify eligibility and manage grant applications at free desk feasibility.
How long does SP Networks G99 take in Glasgow?
SP Networks serves Glasgow G and surrounding ML, PA, KA postcodes. G99: 8-12 months. Eurocentral ML1: 8-10 months. Clyde dock area G51: 9-11 months. Submit G99 immediately after structural survey.