News | Archive 2026

Picture Switzerland and you probably think of crisp, fresh air, dramatic, snow-capped mountains, lush Alpine meadows and crystal-clear bubbling streams...

Yes, battery energy storage systems can help you make significant savings on a wide range of operating costs above and beyond your savings in generator fuel.  Battery Energy Storage Systems ar...

Choosing the correct size of generator is an essential part of site generator hire...

Battery energy storage systems, or BESS solutions, are a tried and tested way to significantly cut generator fuel costs and reduce emissions and noise on site, while still providing dependable power t...

There is a common misconception that battery energy storage systems, or BESS, are an expensive solution that is only appropriate for larger sites with bigger budgets and higher power demands...

New strategy sets out environmental, social and governance commitments running to 2050. Think Hire, a division of Think Energy Group, has launched its first formal ESG Strategy, setting out env...

Think Hire, a division of Think Energy Group, was named a finalist for Green Business of the Year at the British Business Awards 2026, in association with NatWest and in partnership with The Times and...

Noise issues can be a real problem for construction sites in the UK...

Battery energy storage systems are becoming a common sight on construction projects, road and rail repairs and other sites across the UK...

Think Energy Group and emost AG have agreed to team up to launch an extended range of battery-based, relocatable and renewable energy solutions across Switzerland and the UK.  Through our rec...

We have written a lot about BESS in this blog recently, and you may be wondering ‘why do I need a battery energy storage system for my site?’  It’s a question we get asked a ...

Think Hire, a division of Think Energy Group, has been included in The Sunday Times 100 for the third consecutive year, confirming the company's place among Britain's fastest-growing private b...

Think Hire has been awarded the Positive Planet Certified Bronze accreditation, confirming our status as a verified, independently assessed business on the path to net zero. Now in our second year ...

Think Hire has partnered with GreenTheUK on a new initiative to fund tree planting across NHS healthcare sites in the UK...

New data alert. Think Energy Panorama resolved 92% of all system issues remotely in the past year...

Battery Energy Storage Systems, better known as BESS solutions, offer portable, sustainable power that is both affordable and dependable...

We’ve talked a lot about battery energy storage systems (better known as BESS solutions) recently, but it seems that our customers just can’t get enough of them...

All Think Hire solar hybrid generators and battery energy storage systems (BESS) are fully inspected for safety before they are dispatched to the site...

Portable generator hire is about so much more than just choosing the right machine for your power needs...

With fuel costs spiralling as a result of global events, it’s essential that construction sites, road and rail repairs, and all other users get the most efficient and effective performance from ...

Battery Energy Storage Systems, commonly known as BESS solutions, are a key part of the move towards using sustainable energy on site...

Here at Think Hire, our BESS solutions have proved so popular with our customers that we are working flat out to keep up with orders for new units.  So, just what is it that makes these BESS s...

Think Hire has a well-earned reputation for site generator hire, and in recent years, we have become a leading force in battery energy storage systems...

There is much more to sizing your site generator hire than simply making sure it gives you enough power...

We've added a major new capability at Think Hire, a division of Think Energy Group HQ: a dedicated Load Simulation & Validation Bay. Understanding how a battery energy st...

In a world of rechargeable devices, from our phones to our smart watches, we’re all aware of the need for regular charging and the time you need to allow for this...

Every site needs to have a welfare unit. Somewhere for your team to store their stuff before work. A canteen to take a break, have a brew or eat their lunch...

The financial pressures on construction projects are increasing all the time...

Science-Based Targets Initiative approves Think Hire's GHG reduction targets, placing the company's decarbonisation roadmap on a verified, science-led footing. Think Hire, a division of Thi...

Delivering dependable power in remote locations can be a real challenge. Traditional solutions, involving diesel generators, can be both costly and environmentally damaging...

With the war in Iran dragging on, oil prices have been rising rapidly, with crude oil regularly over $100 per barrel...

Think Hire, a division of Think Energy Group, will compete against 149 UK businesses including household names, global giants, innovative UK SMEs and family businesses at this year's British Busin...

Think Hire has been named Service of the Year at the 2026 Spotlight Rail Awards, one of the UK rail industry's most respected annual accolades. The award recognises Think Hire's Energy-as-a...

With recent events in the Middle East causing instability in the oil markets once again, many contractors are starting to question their dependence on diesel generators to power their sites.  ...

Think Hire, a division of Think Energy Group, has been named in the top 250 of the Financial Times' FT1000 list for 2026. Published by the Financial Times in collaboration with Statista, the FT...

Even if you have the luxury of time for planning and logistics, arranging to have mains electricity connected to a new construction site can still be challenging, time-consuming and incredibly expensi...

Here at Think Hire, we often have customers who can see the benefits of using renewable solar energy to power their site lighting, but are reluctant to completely trust solar power, especially in the ...

With the dark mornings and early sunsets through the winter and early spring, it is essential that you light your site, for the safety of all workers and visitors, for productivity beyond daylight hou...

Site lighting can be a high cost on a construction site...

This week the news has seen significant debate about the cost of the UK reaching Net Zero by 2050...

We’ve all seen Photovoltaic (PV) panels appearing on domestic properties, as people look to cut their energy bills, but the benefits of solar power don’t end there.  Portable solar...

When your primary power source fails unexpectedly, or when you need portable power fast for emergency repairs, the environmental credentials of that power are probably the last thing on your mind...

Whatever the current thinking amongst world leaders, the facts of climate change are undeniable...