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Ploughcroft
The solar power & renewable energy specialists
Business description
Ploughcroft is a sizeable business covering several areas including solar installations, roofing and renewable training. Ploughcroft Solar is a market leader in the installation of solar PV electricity generating systems. Demand for solar PV is growing rapidly, driven not only by rising energy prices and environmental awareness, but also by excellent returns for customers thanks to the government backed Feed-in Tariff.
As a reputable company specialising in quality solar solutions, roofing and renewable training, Ploughcroft are totally focused on providing the highest level of service to their customers in every area. To achieve this objective they have invested in their employees, working practices and future, with ongoing training programmes and full accreditation by specialist bodies. They take great pride in their level of expertise, use of innovative techniques and ability to find solutions to the most challenging situations.
Pitchers
Christopher Hopkins
Series 9 Episode 1
Investors
Deborah Meaden
Theo Paphitis
£’s invested
£120,000
% stake in business
25%
Deborah’s reasons for investing
I had already identified the renewable energy market as an exciting place to do business, not least because it combines doing the right thing with great returns. As with all rapidly growing markets, there are good and bad operators out there, but Chris clearly demonstrated that he was deeply knowledgeable and an industry leader, not just “jumping on the bandwagon”. He was also obviously someone who gets stuff done and cares about his customers...seemed like the perfect fit and so I went for it!
What’s happened since they appeared in the Den?
Since the show was filmed Ploughcroft has seen growth in all areas, including the expansion of the Ploughcroft Training division from two to six centres.
Contact details
01484 72 33 44
Eco Roof Visitor Centre, Ploughcroft, St Pegs Mill, Thornhill Beck Lane, HD6 4AH
