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Future bright for solar industry – but more can still be done

The founder of a leading South West solar energy installer is backing a new report from trade group Solar Energy UK which calls for the government to set a much higher target.

The report Lighting the Way suggests that while the UK solar industry could feasibly grow twofold by 2030, if it is to align with net zero targets it realistically needs to treble in size over the next eight...

Sun shines on Plymouth City Council’s energy saving programme

Plymouth City Council is reaping the rewards as clear skies send solar energy production soaring.

Four of the Council’s corporate properties have solar PV installations which have generated savings of over £2,000 in just two weeks due to the recent hot weather.

Since installation at the beginning of the year the solar panels have generated 40.5mWh of energy. This is the...

Solar panels being installed by SunGift Solar

Coping with Cost of Heatwaves - Little Known Government Grant Key to Helping Households

As temperatures across the UK continue to rise and forecasters warn of further heatwaves this summer, renewable energy specialist Exeter-based SunGift Solar is urging homeowners to consider a little-known Government Grant that could play a vital part in keeping households cool as global temperatures rise.

The advice comes as parts of the UK prepare for temperatures above 30°C in the...