GivEnergy installer survey 2024

We recently surveyed over 200 electricians about their thoughts on GivEnergy. The results are in… Demand Training and support Software Product Satisfaction Next steps 1. Contact Over the next few weeks, we’ll be reaching out to scores of installers to: 2. Deliver We’re delivering several key projects that will once again change the game for […]

GivEnergy opens its first UK manufacturing facility

GivEnergy manufacturing

Fast-growing energy storage firm, GivEnergy, has officially opened its first UK manufacturing facility. Situated strategically in the heart of the Midlands, this cutting-edge facility signifies a pivotal moment for both the UK clean energy sector and for the local economy. Marking the opening was an inaugural launch event held on 26/04/2024. In attendance were esteemed […]

Installations of battery storage units ‘at record-breaking levels’, says MCS CEO

GivEnergy battery

MCS certified installations of battery storage units are at record highs in the UK.   That’s according to the CEO of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), Ian Rippin.   In a column for Renewable Energy Installer (REI), Rippin notes that 2023 was a “record-breaking year for battery storage”, a trend set to continue in 2024.   Here’s a […]

Industry update: home battery installations in lofts

Home battery installations

The British Standards Institute (BSI) has issued new recommendations on home battery installations. This includes installations in lofts.   The main question from our installers and customers following the PAS (Publicly Available Specification) is: can you install a GivEnergy battery in a loft space?  Short answer: yes.   However, there are a few key details we need […]

LDES (Long duration energy storage): UK needs to ‘act now’, says new report

LDES

A new report suggests the UK isn’t doing enough to support LDES (long duration energy storage). The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee published their findings on the matter on March 13, 2024. The report notes that LDES at grid scale will help offset the variability of renewables. Moreover, LDES will be crucial in […]

UK battery strategy: 3 key questions answered

UK battery strategy

Questions answered in this article: In November 2023, the Department for Business & Trade published the UK battery strategy. The document outlines the UK’s plans for dealing with the increasingly important role of batteries across transport, the grid, defence, and other areas. As batteries are at the heart of what we do at GivEnergy, the […]

61% of MPs now back mandatory battery installations in new builds 

Battery installations

A YouGov poll has found that 61% of MPs support mandatory home storage battery installations for new builds.   Moreover, 79% of MPs support making solar panels mandatory for new builds.   The poll was commissioned by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) Foundation and surveyed 104 MPs between January 4-26, 2024.   The figures come amid the UK […]

Drumroll please… announcing a new GivEnergy x OpenSolar partnership

OpenSolar partnership

Pundits in the renewable energy industry will no doubt have heard of OpenSolar. The business provides a free software platform for solar installers to build solar designs and proposals with speed, ease, and pinpoint accuracy. And now, GivEnergy and OpenSolar are teaming up. Here’s the scoop. 🌞🔋 A match made in sunny heaven 👋 GivEnergy. […]

GivEnergy launches a newly G98 certified All in One

G98 certified All in One

Following the 2023 launch of its best-selling All in One system, GivEnergy is now excited to announce the release of a newly G98 certified version of the product. As industry pundits will know, this means that homeowners can now install the energy storage solution without needing prior permission from the Distribution Network Operators (DNO).   […]

Introducing… 0% VAT battery storage systems

0% VAT battery storage

Breaking news: as of 01/02/2024, you can now purchase a battery storage system without paying a penny in VAT. Earlier this year, the government announced its plans to reform VAT relief on the installation of qualifying energy-saving measures. (Such as solar panels and home storage batteries.) Now, that reform is live and ready for billpayers […]

GivEnergy x Powerland: an exciting new partnership

GivEnergy x Powerland

As we push ahead with our mission to empower energy freedom for all, we’re delighted to reveal an exciting new distribution partnership.  The good people at Powerland now join our network of UK stockists. As of January 2024, Powerland is an official wholesaler of GivEnergy products. The company will now stock the full GivEnergy range […]

The growing call for three-phase electricity in the UK

three-phase electricity

For all the leaps forward the UK has made in terms of renewables, sustainable development, and energy efficiency, it remains a fact that supply to our homes pre-dominantly uses pre-WWII electrical standards. The majority of UK homes run off a single-phase supply with one fuse. In previous decades, this single-phase supply was adequate. Today, however, […]

[BREAKING] UK government announces tax relief on battery storage systems

tax relief on battery storage systems

In a much-needed move towards energy efficiency, the government has unveiled plans to grant VAT relief on the installation of energy storage batteries. This welcome move extends far beyond the previous VAT relief policy, which was limited to batteries installed concurrently with solar panels. The policy – set for implementation on February 1, 2024 – […]

GivEnergy launches new energy storage line to answer the growing call for 3-phase electricity

GivEnergy answers 3-phase electricity call

As the UK power landscape shifts, GivEnergy has announced the launch of a new 3-phase battery storage system. With this 3-phase line, GivEnergy aims to help customers future-proof their energy independence, while fast-tracking domestic energy efficiency. Previously, GivEnergy’s energy storage technology used a single-phase configuration only. The new 3-phase hybrid line will serve three key […]

GivEnergy opens up HQ expansion with acquisition of adjacent property on Brymbo Road

GivEnergy opens up HQ expansion

GivEnergy, leading energy storage manufacturer, is thrilled to announce the purchase of an additional property neighbouring its current HQ. This latest property acquisition opens the potential to create a multi-building headquarters complex in the heart of Newcastle under Lyme. Earlier in 2023, GivEnergy purchased Osprey House on Brymbo Road. The company turned the previously abandoned […]

Introducing GivBack: A new way to earn cash from your battery this winter

GivBack

Join GivBack and earn cash from your battery. We’re proud to partner with Axle Energy on a new program that will help GivEnergy customers pocket some extra home battery gains this winter. So, what is GivBack? And how, exactly, can you turn your stored energy into income? Here’s a handy overview.  The ESO Demand Flexibility […]

GivEnergy launches adaptive new EV charger

GivEnergy is proud to announce the launch of its adaptive new EV charger – designed to future-proof charging for electric vehicle owners. The product is built with flexibility in mind, allowing for smart charging from the grid, renewable sources, and home storage batteries alike. Currently, the EV charger market is dominated by mains-powered devices. However, […]

GivEnergy’s EV charger: FAQ

The GivEnergy EV charger is now available from a wholesaler near you. You’ll likely have some questions about the addition to the Giv family that’s headed your way. So, here’s a handy EV charger FAQ article to bring you up to speed. Can I charge my EV with solar panels? Yes, you can. There are […]

GivEnergy x Belgium Embassy

GivEnergy x Belgium Embassy

GivEnergy is thrilled to announce that our Group CEO, Jason Howlett, has been extended a prestigious invitation to attend the Belgium Wallonia Business Forum. This esteemed event will be hosted by: The Belgium Wallonia Business Forum brings together policy makers, industry leaders and entrepreneurs. The event is a significant platform for fostering international collaborations, promoting […]