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When someone has spent a career proving that sustainability and excellence aren't a trade-off, you pay attention to what they put their own roof. Stella already runs her Old Bond Street flagship and London head office on 100% renewable energy. Bringing that same standard home wasn't a statement for her. It was just consistency. We were honoured she trusted Your Eco to do it across her sites and proud that "seamlessly and efficiently" is how she describes the experience. That'

Yesterday brought a genuinely proud moment for all of us at Your Eco: we’ve been awarded Gold status in the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). Gold is the highest level of recognition in the ERS, and it’s reserved for employers who go beyond warm words — actively supporting veterans, reservists and military families through the way they recruit, develop, and look after their people. Why this matters to us Your Eco is a veteran-led business, and our team

1,000 miles. No support. No shortcuts. One incredible story. Nick Spicer, CEO of Your Eco, isn’t just building renewable energy systems—he’s pushing the limits of human endurance. He features prominently in the new Amazon Prime documentary “Push Past Impossible,” which chronicles the 2023 Yukon 1000, the world’s longest paddle race. The challenge: 1,000 miles of self-supported canoeing through remote Canadian and Alaskan wilderness in under 10 days. Nick took it on alongside

On 22 May 2026, the Royal British Legion marked 15 years since the end of the Iraq War (Operation TELIC) with a national remembrance event at the National Memorial Arboretum. The Legion brought together veterans, families, the bereaved and currently serving personnel, with a commemorative service at the Armed Forces Memorial paying tribute to everyone impacted by the conflict and to the 179 British Armed Forces personnel who lost their lives. As part of that national moment

Agriculture faces growing challenges from rising energy costs, climate change, and the need to protect valuable land. Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems combined with battery storage have moved beyond being optional sustainability features. They now form essential infrastructure for rural estates and farm businesses. These technologies help landowners reduce carbon emissions, safeguard profit margins, and generate new income streams without sacrificing productive farmland. Nick

Were looking forward to joining the Bath Life Network Lunch on 19 May for a conversation about the story behind Your Eco founded in Bath and now scaling rapidly across the UK (and beyond). If you're interested in how a local business grows into a national and international operator in a highly competitive sector, this one's for you. What to expect The session will dig into the practical realities of building and scaling an enterprise-scale renewables business including: How

We’re proud to share that Your Eco has become a SolarEdge International Enterprise Partner — a milestone that reflects what we’ve built over the last nine years: engineering-led delivery, audit-ready quality, and long-term performance for commercial solar PV and storage. For our customers, this isn’t a badge for the website. It’s a practical signal that we’re trusted to design and deliver SolarEdge systems at scale — and to support them properly after commissioning. Why Solar

Were excited to share the launch of Veterans In Solar a new, collaborative network bringing together veterans already working in the solar sector to share best practice, build community, and advocate. Veterans In Solar is powered by Your Eco and built in partnership with people who know the sector and the transition journey first-hand. The aim is simple: make it easier for veterans to find purpose, opportunity, and belonging in one of the UKs fastest-growing industries. Why

Your Eco was proud to be represented at Wales Week / London 2026 at the High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom, marking the launch of our newest Welsh office and another step forward in strengthening Wales–Canada relationships. It was brilliant to spend the evening with RBC and the Canada–UK Chamber of Commerce, with a clear shared focus: supporting business collaboration and accelerating practical support on both sides of the Atlantic — particularly in sectors like

On 30 April, Nick Spicer FRGS (Founder & CEO, Your Eco) joined a standout discussion at Solar & Storage Live London at ExCeL on the Commercial & Industrial Theatre stage: “The Untapped Power of Rooftop Solar on UK Warehouses” UK warehouses remain one of the most compelling (and underused) opportunities for rapid decarbonisation. With enormous roof areas, strong daytime demand profiles, and increasing pressure on energy costs and resilience, the case is obvious. And yet, adopt

On the Thales Builders Corp Stage at The Distributed Energy Show at Energy Technology Live , CEO Nick Spicer FRGS of Your Eco spotlighted how global events are reshaping the energy landscape—and why renewables are central to resilience. He shared how Your Eco’s military-ethos delivery model and international project experience equip the business to navigate supply chain shocks, regulatory shifts, and volatile markets. Nick emphasised that energy independence through solar an

Join us at our free webinar to discuss careers, confidence and diversity in the renewable energy sector. Our webinar will feature speakers from different parts of asset finance and renewables discussing the challenges and successes they’ve faced along the way, as well as some of the things that have helped them. Speakers include: Amanda Spicer, Your Eco UK Lauren Pamma, Aldermore Bank Alexandra Tait, Lombard Charlotte Davies, Investec Moderated by: Shereen Faroqui, FIS Detail

Your Eco were delighted to attend the Elevate Somerset with the Somerset Chamber of Commerce — a strong reminder that when business shows up, our voice genuinely shapes policy and decision-making. The big themes were simple (and powerful): Connection. Influence. Growth. Standouts Closing Remarks from His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset, Mohammed Saddiq, plus a helpful overview of the King’s Award for Enterprise (and how it’s evolved from the Queen’s Award — thanks Nige

Nick Spicer, CEO of Your Eco, doesn’t just talk about decarbonisation—he delivers it where it matters most. Recently featured in Entrepreneur UK, Nick shared how his work extends far beyond commercial solar: from reconnecting a Himalayan school after an earthquake to powering an off-grid media centre in the Caribbean. “The most meaningful impact has been using clean infrastructure to restore capability and dignity where energy access is the difference between opportunity and

We're thrilled to announce that Your Eco has officially established a new Welsh office at Tramshed Tech in Swansea, effective 1st January 2026. This marks a significant milestone in our journey to deliver consistent, high-quality commercial solar solutions across mainland Britain. With deep roots in South Wales – from our veteran team members' service in Brecon to Richie Sixsmith 's proud service in the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards – investing in Wales felt like a nat

Last week, Your Eco was delighted to be part of the Low Carbon Agriculture Show and LAMMA 2026 at the NEC, Birmingham. Our founder, Nick Spicer, shared the stage with Rebecca Pow (former Defra Environment Minister) to discuss the practicalities of integrating solar, battery storage, and wider low-carbon technologies on UK farms. Day 1: Nick and Rebecca’s session focused on moving renewables from ‘nice-to-have’ to business-critical. Rooftop solar for self-consumption emerged a

We were absolutely honoured to serve as headline sponsors at the Bristol Property Awards, held at Ashton Gate on 28th November 2025. The event marked a pivotal moment for both Your Eco and the wider Bristol property community, as the sector accelerates its journey towards net-zero. Leading the Conversation on Decarbonisation Our own Rowan Flint opened the event, sharing how Your Eco is fast becoming a key player in solar installation across the South West. Rowan highlighted o

By Amanda Spicer, Co-Founder, Your Eco When it comes to scaling a business, the real challenge isn’t simply growing bigger—it’s about growing better, with resilience built into every decision. I recently had the opportunity to share Your Eco’s approach with ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales), highlighting how flexibility is at the heart of our strategy for sustainable, long-term success. Designing for Flexibility Flexibility in scaling comes from de

Last week, Your Eco was honoured to join the UK Warehousing Association’s (UKWA) landmark roundtable, chaired by Michael Shanks MP, Minister for Energy from DESNEZ. This pivotal event brought together warehouse operators, developers, the solar industry, and government to address the barriers to commercial rooftop solar across the UK. Discussions focused on overcoming key challenges —from insurance and grid connections to legislative friction. With cross-party support and stro

We are incredibly honoured to announce that Your Eco has been recognised with two prestigious accolades at The Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards, held last night at Grosvenor House. Veteran Entrepreneur of the Year Our CEO, Nick Spicer, was named the 2025 Veteran Entrepreneur of the Year. As the judging panel highlighted, “Nick’s journey from military service into building a high-growth, purpose-driven clean energy company exemplifies the resilience, leadership an