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Record numbers of solar panel installations in 2023, says MCS — but could accreditation slow it down?
Despite record figures of solar panels in 2023, some industry experts are criticising the MCS for their restrictive accreditation scheme, which is said to be slowing down the number of installations
How the Church of England is switching to heat pumps and solar panels — starting with St Paul’s Cathedral (well, part of it)
The religious body has made a commitment to improving the energy efficiency of its buildings in the hope that the Church will be Net Zero by 2023
How a simple solar panel charger saved me wasting money on new car batteries
I kept buying new car batteries until I bought a solar panel battery charger that was a total game changer. And similar ones can be picked up on Amazon for around £20-£50
We asked experts if there's any truth in claims it can be too hot for solar panels
Recent reports have suggested that solar panels "had to be taken offline" in extreme heat. But is it true? Can solar panels really fail in a heat wave? Homebuilding & Renovating investigates
Solar panel pigeon proofing — how to stop bird poo and nests damaging your array
Don't let bird droppings negatively impact the performance of your solar panels. Here's how to carry out solar panel pigeon proofing
Why your roof might not be suitable for solar panels
Solar panels are rising in popularity, but not every home may be able to use them effectively. Here's why
MPs write open letter asking for heat pumps and solar panels to be mandatory in new homes
The committee claims renewables will help families struggling with high energy costs and jumpstart the economy
Battery breakthrough could see storage hit 1,200 Wh/kg — four times existing capacity
The new technology has the potential to tackle one of renewable energy's biggest hurdles
