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Stratford Energy Solutions announced as Official Sustainable Energy Partner of British Dressage
- Written By: British Dressage
- Published: Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00
British Dressage is delighted to announce the appointment of Stratford Energy Solutions as our Official Sustainable Energy Partner, marking an exciting step forward in our commitment to supporting sustainable practices across our sport. 
The two-year partnership will see Stratford Energy Solutions work alongside British Dressage to support our venues, equestrian businesses and members in exploring sustainable energy solutions including solar PV systems, battery energy storage and EV charging infrastructure.
Stratford Energy are a trusted Solar Panel Installation Contractor based in the Midlands, specialising in high-end Solar PV Systems, EV Charging and Energy Storage. Their knowledgeable and dedicated team work hard to help homeowners and business make the switch to cleaner, smarter energy.
As energy costs continue to rise and sustainability expectations increase across sport and rural enterprise, long-term infrastructure investment has become increasingly important for equestrian venues and associated businesses. Through this partnership, SES will provide education, insight and practical guidance to help the BD community understand the operational and environmental benefits of renewable energy technologies.
David Thomson, Managing Director of Stratford Energy Solutions, said: “We are proud to become the Official Sustainable Energy Partner of British Dressage. Dressage is one of the most respected and technically demanding equestrian disciplines in the world, and it plays a vital role within the wider rural and sporting economy.
“Equestrian venues and rural businesses operate in a challenging environment, facing rising operational costs while also responding to increasing expectations around sustainability and environmental responsibility. Renewable energy is no longer simply an environmental decision – it is a strategic one.
“Our role is to help venues, yard owners and homeowners make informed, commercially sound decisions about solar and energy storage, improving long-term resilience while reducing their environmental impact. We look forward to working closely with British Dressage to support the future sustainability of the sport and the communities around it.”
The partnership will include collaborative educational content, digital engagement, event presence and the development of practical resources designed to support equestrian venues and rural property owners considering renewable energy investment.
By aligning with British Dressage, Stratford Energy Solutions reinforces its commitment to supporting rural communities and high-performance sporting environments with reliable, future-ready energy infrastructure.
British Dressage Commercial Manager Chris Phillips said: “We are delighted to welcome British Dressage’s new Official Sustainable Energy Partner, Stratford Energy Solutions. Sustainability is an increasingly important priority for our sport — not only in protecting the environments in which we train and compete, but in supporting our venues and members to operate more efficiently and responsibly.
This partnership represents far more than a title; it’s about working with an organisation that can deliver tangible value to our community. Stratford Energy Solutions bring both expertise and practical support, helping our members better understand their energy use, reduce costs, and make informed, sustainable choices for the future. We are proud to collaborate with partners who share our long-term vision and who actively contribute to strengthening and future-proofing the sport of dressage.”
BD Member Benefit
As part of the launch, we’re delighted to share that BD members are able to benefit from an exclusive 10% off all installs. To access the discount code and begin your journey to cleaner energy, visit the member page via the button below.
