The UK Government plans to simplify the rules for building solar farms and wind turbines by raising the thresholds for stricter planning review The UK Government is planning to change the rules to make it easier to build solar farms and wind turbines. They want to raise the limits for when these projects need a
New data from the UK government has shown that the UK now has 16.9GW of solar capacity online as of the end of June 2024. The latest statistics from the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) revealed that the UK’s solar capacity grew by 8.5% (1.3 GW) over the previous year, a capacity
Fossil fuels accounted for 27% of the EU’s electricity generation in the first half of the year, a 17% decline over the first half of 2023, with solar and wind generation on the rise. Solar and wind generation accounted for 30% of the EU’s electricity generation in the first half of 2024, exceeding the
As recently as last year, a CommBank survey revealed just a fraction of businesses had near-term plans to invest in on-site solar and battery storage.1 While few were taking immediate action, many more were curious. Fast-forward nine months, and the number of businesses turning to solar and battery storage has multiplied.1 In fact, new research shows many
Previously the idea was to sell electricity back to the grid, now the object is to power all of a households needs When solar panels were first sold in large numbers and heavily subsidised by the UK government using feed-in tariffs, which paid householders generously for every kilowatt they produced, prospective installers were obliged to
In recent years, the global push for sustainable energy solutions has gained considerable momentum. Among the various renewable energy sources, solar power stands out as an accessible and efficient option for businesses aiming to reduce operating costs. By installing solar panels, companies can significantly cut their energy bills while also contributing positively to environmental sustainability.
Despite the energy price cap being lowered, almost half (49%) of UK homeowners are considering to invest in solar panels for their home – with 9 in 10 considering the switch to help them to further reduce energy bills. Yet, while energy costs were the main motivator, according to a survey of 2,000 UK
Common sense tells us that a nation like the UK, famous for its drizzly climate and overcast skies, would struggle to be considered a global solar industry superpower. Yet, current deployment rates, national targets, and investment, suggest that’s where we are headed. In fact, our solar industry is booming, with 15.8GW currently deployed and aims
So you’ve just enjoyed your first solar summer with a basic 6.6kW system, but you’re finding the bills in winter still give you the chills, don’t worry; you’re not alone. It’s not uncommon for new solar installations to undergo expansion after the first winter. Read on as I explain how. This article looks at buyer’s
More than 1.5 million MCS-certified solar PV installations have now been installed across the UK since records began in 2008. MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) is the UK’s quality mark for small-scale renewable energy, certifying renewable energy systems to heat and power homes and small businesses. MCS registrations cover solar installations with a maximum DC