Updated 2026!
SOLAR NEWS, GUIDES & UPDATES
Simple, no-jargon reads on solar, batteries, EV charging, heat pumps, and smart tariffs.
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BRITAIN’S SOLAR BOOM: WHY INSTALLATIONS HAVE REACHED A 15-YEAR HIGH
UK solar installations have hit their highest 6-month level since 2011. Discover what’s driving Britain’s solar boom and what it means for homeowners.
GREAT BRITAIN’S NEW EMERGENCY POWER CUT RULES: CAN A HOME BATTERY KEEP THE LIGHTS ON?
New emergency power cut rules start on 14 August 2026. Learn how Tesla Powerwall 3 home battery backup could keep your lights and appliances on.
Solar + Battery + Smart Tariffs in 2026: How to cut your bill without changing your lifestyle
UK smart tariffs are moving fast, and the best value now comes from pairing solar with battery storage. Here’s how households in Devon & Cornwall can use cheap-rate periods, stored solar, and simple setup choices to cut bills and rely less on the grid.
The 12 Green Days of Christmas
On the 1st day of Christmas, my true love said to me:
‘Wear your Christmas jumper, give me a hug and dim those lights.’
0% VAT on solar & battery installations ends March 2027 (here’s what to know)
A £10,000 solar install could cost £500 more after March 2027. Here’s how the current 0% VAT relief works and who it applies to.