Solar panel efficiency is a crucial factor when selecting panels for your home. Higher efficiency means more electricity generation from the same surface area, resulting in greater savings, reduced carbon emissions, increased energy independence, and optimal use of available roof space. According to the Energy Savings Trust, a well-designed solar panel system can reduce annual … Read more
The government aims to have a smart meter installed in as many households and small businesses as possible across Great Britain by the end of 2025. It estimates that smart meters will provide total bill savings of £5.6 billion for households by giving consumers the information they need to manage their energy costs effectively. A … Read more
It’s no secret that solar panels require sunlight to hit them in order to generate power i.e. electricity for your home, so knowing how much sunshine hours your area receives is an important consideration. It’s worth noting that no matter where you live in the UK, you can benefit from installing a solar panel array … Read more
The solar panel output calculator below will provide you with an estimate to how much a new solar panel system installed on your home’s roof could potentially reward you in financial terms. The solar panel calculator is specifically created for homes in the UK and will estimate how much solar PV could save you on … Read more
Solar waste is a problem that’s yet to reach us at scale due to the lifecycle of solar panels themselves, but eventually, we can expect a major recycling effort and the good news is that much of their components can already be recycled. Considering most solar panels have been installed within the last decade and … Read more
Solar water heating, also known as solar thermal, uses energy from the sun to heat water to between 60°C to 80°C, this can then be stored in a tank ready for on-demand, domestic use. It is a cost-effective and climate-friendly way to heat water to meet domestic hot water needs. Since the system uses sun … Read more
Solar panels are an excellent way to cut your energy bills and play your part in creating a more sustainable planet, but costs remain a significant barrier to more uptake. Government surveys show that expense is the main reason most people are unlikely to install solar panels, but what if you could grab one at … Read more
More and more homeowners in the UK are switching to solar, with national statistics showing a total of 15.8 GW of solar capacity in the UK across 1,468,652 installations as of February 2024. Solar panels are increasing in popularity thanks to their ability to generate clean, renewable energy, lower carbon emissions, and reduce energy bills. … Read more
More and more people in Northern Ireland are embracing solar energy to cut electricity bills, reduce grid reliance, and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. For the 12 months between January and December 2023, 45.8% of the total electricity consumption in Northern Ireland was generated from renewable sources. With rising energy prices, a solar … Read more
Solar panel adoption in Wales continues to rise alongside other areas in the UK. Wales has the highest proportion of households with certified renewable installations, with the total number, including businesses, exceeding 100,000. There were over 20,000 installations in 2023 alone. Data from the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) shows solar panels made up the bulk, … Read more