Plug In Solar Panels UK: How Do They Work?

Plug-in Solar Panels UK

Plug-in solar panels could become one of the most accessible ways for UK households to generate a small amount of electricity at home. Unlike a full rooftop solar panel system, plug-in solar is designed to be smaller, cheaper and easier to install. Instead of fixing a large array to your roof, you use one or … Read more

Outgoing Octopus – Pros, Cons & Alternatives

Outgoing Octopus

Outgoing Octopus is an export tariff from Octopus Energy that pays eligible solar panel owners for electricity exported to the grid. It’s usually most relevant for homes with solar panels that export a meaningful share of their generation. In April 2026, the National Energy System Operator recorded solar output passing 15 GW on Britain’s electricity … Read more

Feed-in Tariff vs SEG: Should Solar Owners Switch?

SEG-vs-feed-in-tariff

Most homeowners on the old Feed-in Tariff should be cautious about switching because FiT generation payments can be valuable and may not be easily replaced. SEG can be useful for export payments, but comparing Feed-in Tariff vs SEG can help you make the right choice based on the terms, export assumptions, smart meter setup and … Read more

Export MPAN Explained: 2026 Process Update

MPAN Explained

An export MPAN is a unique electricity supply number used to record electricity exported from your solar panels to the grid. You usually need one before your supplier can pay you for exported solar electricity. Solar panels are one of the cheapest power sources available, and they’re at the heart of making the UK a … Read more