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What makes a high-performing solar system? 6 features to prioritise in your build
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Making sure your solar panel investment operates at peak performance is easy when you understand the key elements to prioritise in your self-build plan

Planning your solar installation for today and tomorrow: why starting smart matters
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Solar panels are already a smart solution to your energy needs, but you could make them an even smarter investment if you think to the future, not just about today

Getting the order right: when solar should be planned into your build
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While solar panels can be fitted once a house is built, making early provision for them in your build will lead to the best results for a number of different reasons

Homeowners face strict steps to secure £500 EV charger grant before 2027 deadline
By Joseph Mullane published
Homeowners may be eligible for up to £500 towards installing an EV charger, but only if they meet strict criteria and complete a defined approval process before installation begins

Thinking of plug-in solar? Expert highlights a key reason some UK homes may not be ready for it
By Joseph Mullane published
Experts warn that while plug-in solar is making renewable energy more accessible in the UK, not every home is electrically prepared for it

Simple EV charger installs may be a thing of the past due to new rules, says industry expert
By Joseph Mullane published
New electric rules are making home EV charger installations more complex, with one industry leader warning that there is now far less room for error

Heat pump tumble dryers set to become standard as traditional tumble dryers face ban
By Joseph Mullane published
Traditional tumble dryers are set to be phased out under proposals led by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, with heat pump tumble dryers expected to become the standard in UK homes

Octopus GO customers furious after ‘not enough’ notice given before price hikes
By Joseph Mullane published
Octopus Energy EV tariff users react after being told their off-peak charging rates will rise from 1 May with less than two weeks’ notice

£44m government-backed insulation scheme fraud probe leads to four arrests
By Joseph Mullane published
Dawn raids across England follow allegations that millions were claimed for insulation work under a government-backed scheme that has faced wider criticism over quality and oversight

How to design a solar-ready home: key decisions to make early in your project
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Accounting for your solar panels early on in the design process can ensure your system reaches its full potential. From roof design thorough to future-proofing, here’s how to plan ahead
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