Solar installers: here are 3 reasons you should ALSO install home batteries
Solar installations are booming. And that’s great news for… solar installers. Installations in the UK hit a 12-year high in 2023, according to MCS figures, with 190,000 rooftop installations in one year. The latest estimates suggest around 519,409 UK homes are generating solar, according to The Eco Experts. But could solar installers also tap into […]
Home battery payback period: 4 things to include in your calculations
What you’ll read in this article: A home battery is perfect for reducing energy bills and carbon emissions. Data from GivEnergy customers suggests that on average, users reduce annual bills by 85% and carbon emissions by 300kg. Home batteries come with an upfront cost. This includes the price of the units and installation. With this […]
Why EVERY solar power installation should have battery storage
Walk around any residential area in the UK and you’ll likely see a home solar power installation. Given their ability to reduce carbon emissions and energy bills, solar panels make sense. Not to mention they tend to be scalable, and increasingly affordable. But is a home solar power installation worth it without battery storage? Here, […]
Grid scale battery storage: 4 key questions answered
The role of grid scale battery storage is becoming ever more important in the UK and across the world. Why? Renewables, such as solar and wind, provide clean carbon-free energy. In short, they’re crucial to achieving net zero emissions. However, they also have hour-to-hour variability. You can’t just turn sunshine and wind on and off […]
What is a microgrid?
What you’ll read in this article: Microgrids are on the rise. Households, businesses, and communities are increasingly seeking greater energy independence. In the face of climate change, energy insecurity, and rising bills, microgrids offer a feasible alternative to traditional energy models. In this article, we explain what a microgrid is, as well as tackle other […]
Solar panels and battery cost: 5 questions answered
Solar panels and battery cost may be something that’s crossed your mind if you plan on making your home more energy efficient. Solar panels coupled with battery storage are a killer combination which can: If you’re unsure about how much all this costs, read on. ‘Is now a good time to buy solar panels and […]
Eco-friendly new builds: the call for cross-industry collaboration
From 2025 onwards, all new builds in the UK will have to comply with the Future Homes Standard (FHS) – legislation requiring homes to be more energy efficient. The FHS aims to cut carbon emissions by 75% per home compared with properties built under current regulations. Achieving this ambitious target will require a multifaceted approach […]
‘How much solar storage do I need?’ An easy 3-step guide
‘How much solar storage do I need?’ is probably a question you’ve pondered if you have: Annoyingly, the answer is all too familiar… ‘It depends!’ It depends on the capacity of your solar panels, the electricity usage of your property, and how much sunlight you get, among other things. In this 3-step guide, we’ll show […]
What is electricity grid trading? 3 steps to making money from excess energy
What you’ll read in this article: Policymakers are pursuing net-zero carbon emissions. Consumers are increasingly looking for ways to slash their energy bills. Fortunately, the two go hand in hand. As a result, energy is no longer a one-way street. Gone are the days when consumers would simply use electricity drawn from the grid and […]
Energy resilient: what does it mean and what can you do about it?
What you will read in this article: With extreme weather events becoming more frequent due to climate change, grids are increasingly under threat. The question of how to be more energy resilient is on the minds of world leaders, policymakers, businesses and ordinary citizens alike. Many are now waking up to the role that renewables […]
Wind energy storage with a home battery: 3 things to know
What you will read in this article: When it comes to households generating their own renewable energy, solar remains a popular choice. However, wind energy has emerged as a viable alternative for some. It’s not unheard of for households to install their own roof-mounted or pole-mounted wind turbine for home. Like solar, wind energy can […]
3 ways to make your home energy independent
What you will read in this article: There was a time when an energy independent home was merely a pipe dream for many of us. ‘Going off-grid’ might have conjured up images of tree-hugging hippies living in the depths of the wilderness. Oh, how times have changed. Energy independence is now becoming a reality for […]
Should you buy a wind turbine for home? Consider these 3 things
A wind turbine for home can be a great way to generate your own energy from a renewable source. However, you need to bear a few things in mind when deciding if it’s right for you. More and more households are seeking to generate their own renewable energy. While solar panels coupled with battery storage […]
Retrofit storage batteries: the key to reducing demands on grid infrastructure
What you will read in this article: The world is generating more renewable energy than ever before. Between 2007 and 2022, the global share of renewables in electricity generation rose from 18.24% to 29.91%. However, much of that progress could be for nothing if grid infrastructure fails to keep pace. One recent report suggests that the world […]
Do solar panels need batteries?
One of the questions we’re mostly commonly asked is: “Do solar panels need batteries?” The answer is not technically – but that doesn’t mean that it’s not highly advisable. Having solar panels without a battery is like going to get water without a bucket. You can drink your fill while you’re at the water source, […]
Home wind turbine vs solar panels: which do I need?
The world is heating up. If last year’s heatwaves are anything to go by, we must do all we can to stop it. But what can we do? Reducing our carbon emissions is vital – and renewable energy in the home seems like a good place to start. Solar panels have long been a popular […]
How energy storage can ease the UK’s fuel poverty problems
In 2022, an estimated 13.4% – or 3.26 million – households in England were in fuel poverty. For 2023, the projection sees this rise to 14.4%, or 3.53 million households. Unfortunately, tackling the UK’s fuel poverty problem is no mean feat. Policies, prices, and political agendas can change rapidly. The most certain and sustainable way […]
Maximising micro-generation with energy storage
Solar has long been the renewable of choice for homeowners looking to generate green energy. With our prime location for wind power, however, UK bill-payers are beginning to pay attention to home wind turbines. Despite the UK’s advanced wind power capacity and generation, the residential market has remained niche – up to now. Across rural […]
Battery storage – the heart of the low-carbon home
Today’s billpayer faces a perfect storm when it comes to energy usage: soaring costs, energy uncertainty, and mounting climate concerns. Amid such strains, more and more consumers are turning to renewable energy systems. While such a shift towards renewable energy is welcome, it’s not enough. Renewables are, by nature, intermittent. So, it is only when […]