The independent reference library
Plain-English guides covering the whole journey. Start anywhere — every guide links on to the next step and the relevant tool.
What electrifying your depot really costs to run
Electric usually beats diesel on running cost — but only if you understand commercial tariffs, demand charges and when you charge. Here's how depot energy pricing actually works.
The complete depot electrification journey
Moving a depot from diesel to electric follows the same six steps every time. Here's the whole journey in plain English, so you know what's coming before you start.
Getting your grid connection: the operator's guide to the DNO
Grid capacity is the number-one blocker to depot electrification. Here's how DNO engagement, kVA vs kW, and connection timelines actually work — in plain English.
Does your depot need a battery?
On-site battery storage (BESS) can cut your grid costs and even avoid an expensive connection upgrade — but it isn't right for every depot. Here's how to tell.
Solar for depot charging: worth it or not?
Depots often have exactly what solar needs — big roofs and daytime space. But charging happens at night. Here's when on-site solar genuinely pays for a charging depot, and when it doesn't.
Building the business case your finance team will believe
The number that decides depot electrification is total cost of ownership. Here's how to build a TCO and payback case that stands up to scrutiny — grants, running costs, and all.