Wakefield school friends target growth as demand for renewable energy rises
Two Wakefield school friends behind a renewable energy firm are planning further growth as interest in solar technology increases.
My Green Electricity has seen increasing interest in solar panels, battery storage and complete home energy systems as more homeowners look for ways to take control of their energy use.
Founded by Edward Bakes and Oscar Stansfield, the Wakefield-based company was created from a shared belief that renewable energy would become an increasingly important part of everyday life and that customers deserved a specialist, quality-led approach to installation.
Ed Bakes, technical director at My Green Electricity, said: “What started as conversations between two friends quickly became something much bigger.
“We could see energy costs increasing, technology improving and attitudes beginning to shift.
“We believed renewable energy would become central to how people power their homes in the future and wanted to build a business around helping people make that transition properly.
“From day one, our focus was never about volume. We wanted to create a business known for quality workmanship, strong customer relationships and delivering systems that genuinely perform long term.”
The company has completed more than 500 integrated solar PV installations and supports homeowners and developers through the design, supply, installation, testing and certification of renewable energy systems.
Alongside solar panels, My Green Electricity specialises in battery storage, EV charging and complete home energy systems.
Oscar Stansfield, operations lead at My Green Electricity, said: “We’ve seen a noticeable shift in how customers think.
“A few years ago, renewable technology was often viewed as something future focused or environmentally led.
“Today, people are looking at solar, battery storage and EV charging as practical investments that give them greater control over energy usage and reduce long-term costs.
“Customers are also far more informed. They’re researching products, battery technology and energy management before they even speak to us, which means expectations are higher and conversations are more focused.”
The business said 2025 was its strongest year to date, with growth driven by demand from homeowners and developers looking for long-term energy savings, greater energy independence and more sustainable housing solutions.
Demand has been particularly strong for integrated systems combining solar generation with battery storage and EV charging.
The company is also seeing increasing opportunities within the new-build sector, where developers are responding to changing regulations and growing buyer expectations around sustainability and energy efficiency.
Operating as an MCS and NAPIT-accredited installer, My Green Electricity provides an end-to-end service, managing projects from initial design through to certification.
Ed added: “We’re increasingly finding customers want a trusted partner who can manage the full journey.
“We handle everything from SAP-compliant design and specification through to installation, testing and certification. That gives customers confidence and removes complexity from what can otherwise feel like a complicated process.”
The company is now preparing to invest further in recruitment and training as demand continues to grow.
Oscar said: “The market is moving towards fully connected energy solutions that combine solar PV, battery storage, EV charging and smart energy management.
“Our ambition is to continue building My Green Electricity into one of the leading renewable energy installation specialists across Yorkshire and the North while staying true to what got us here in the first place - quality, reliability and doing the right thing for customers.”
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