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SOLAR NEWS, GUIDES & UPDATES
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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.
PLUG-IN SOLAR BECOMES LEGAL THIS MONTH: HOW DOES IT COMPARE WITH ROOFTOP SOLAR?
Plug-in solar becomes legal on 27 August 2026. How do 800W plug-in systems compare with rooftop solar for homeowners in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset?
OFGEM’S ENERGY PRICE CAP RISES 13% FROM 1 JULY 2026: WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUR BILLS, AND HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME
Learn what it means for your bills and how solar, battery storage and heat pumps can protect your home in Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset.
Energy price cap update (Jan–Mar 2026): what it means for your bills
Ofgem’s energy price cap changes for January–March 2026. Here’s what it means, and how solar + batteries help you rely less on price swings.