Richard Barker, the founder of Orchid Energy has been in the industry for more than 35 years. He started as an apprentice electrician in his family firm. He first started working in solar systems in 2008. What impressed him about renewable energy was as soon as you connected the inverter to the solar panels, you would see energy being produced. He felt this is what everyone should be doing, producing their own energy. As the cost of energy has sky rocketed in recent years, Orchid Energy was born to help homeowners to produce over 70% of their own renewable energy, drastically reduce their household bills, reduce reliance on fossil fuels and help the environment. With the government moving towards electric vehicles in the future, having a solar system with battery storage to charge your car will further help reduce impact on the environment, something we are passionate about here at Orchid Energy.
At Orchid Energy, our passion is helping homes and businesses thrive through clean, intelligent energy. We believe renewable power should be beautifully designed, expertly installed, and built to last. We love to help our customers take care of the environment. We want to see a more sustainable future for generations to come, and are actively doing our part to ensure that.
Like the orchid that turns toward the light to grow stronger, we’re driven by the idea that energy should work in harmony with nature — reducing waste, lowering costs, and creating a more sustainable future for the communities we serve. Our passion is backed by extensive experience, with 15+ in the in the solar industry and 35+ years of experience in the electrical industry.
We operate in Surrey (including towns such as Guildford, Woking, Camberley, Godalming, Weybridge and Leatherhead), Berkshire (including towns such as Reading, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Newbury, Ascot, Windsor and Wokingham), Hampshire (in towns such as Winchester, Farnborough, Basingstoke, Aldershot, Fleet and Petersfield) as well as towns such as Epsom, Sutton and Wimbledon in South-West London.
With over 35 years of trusted experience, we’re dedicated to helping our community embrace renewable energy — to power a brighter, greener future and protect our environment for generations to come.
We envision a future where every home and business in our community thrives on clean, reliable energy — and we’re leading the charge toward that sustainable tomorrow.
To help fight climate change through practical energy solutions focusing on the people in our community. We want to help people lower their carbon emissions safeguard the planet and create better, more sustainable lives for our customers.
We value: a personalised service for our valued customers. We pride ourselves on providing high quality solar installations using only cutting-edge, reliable brands such as GivEnergy, Sigenergy, Tesla, Duracell, Solis and Dyness in our System installations.
At Orchid Energy, we believe great work speaks for itself. Every project we do is driven by hard work, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to our customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves in delivering high-quality installations that are built to last — treating every home as if they are our own.
Richard has been working in the electrical industry for 32 years, with a wealth of experience across all parts of the electrical sector. An approved NICEIC contractor, he works with property developers providing complete electrical solutions for new builds and renovations. Amongst other services, Richard also works on commercial premises installs and maintains fire alarm systems, provides cctv solutions and resolves domestic electrical issues. Richard says “As demand for renewable energy has increased in recent years, it has been a natural progression to include this in our portfolio of work. I obtained my qualification in the installation of Solar PV Systems back in 2017.”
Wendy has a passion for sustainability and enjoys being hands-on with electrical tools. She regularly volunteers on electrical projects for charities, supporting first and second fix installations, carrying out maintenance tasks and performing PAT testing to ensure systems are safe, compliant and reliable. Her interest in renewable energy comes from a belief that practical solutions can make a real difference. She is passionate about helping customers reduce environmental impact and take control of their energy use. This ethos is reflected in Orchid Energy itself. Much like the orchid — a plant known for its resilience and ability to thrive in the right conditions — Wendy believes energy systems should be thoughtfully designed to work in harmony with their environment.
Patrick Peja is the Operations Manager at Orchid Energy Ltd. With over 30 years’ experience in business operations, project management, logistics, and customer service, Patrick ensures the efficient delivery of high-quality solar PV installations for domestic and commercial clients. He oversees daily operations, coordinates installation teams, and manages project workflows to guarantee projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Patrick is committed to delivering reliable renewable energy solutions, exceptional workmanship, and outstanding customer service across every project.
Poppi has been working in marketing and customer services roles for over 10 years. She organises content for our social media channels and email newsletters, and oversees our data protection compliance. She’s also ready to help customers with any queries or questions they may have! Poppi is passionate about recycling and reducing her use of disposable items and plastic, and she follows a vegetarian/vegan diet
Kamran has been working in the construction sector for over 4 years with lots of experience in this field. He has worked on many projects including new builds, extensions and loft conversions. Kamran is currently working as an electrician undertaking work which includes: EV charging, wiring and working towards inspection/testing.
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