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Key Takeaway Can Solar Panels Work at Night? No — solar panels use sunlight to generate electricity, so they don’t produce power after dark. In the UK, solar panels produce electricity for 6 – 17 hours per day, depending on the time of year. In Winter, when we have shorter days, solar panels generate electricity […]
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EV Charging Expert: E.ON, OVO, and Octopus customers warned to switch or lose out on £375A new warning from an EV charging expert reveals that 292,500 Brits on major UK energy providers including OVO, E.ON, and British Gas could be overpaying by as much as £375 a year by not switching to dedicated electric vehicle […]
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Landlords: Claim £44k Solar & EV Reliefs — Or Miss Out & Risk £6,800 Fines With analysis by Zoopla suggesting solar panels can add up to £16,368 to the average value of a home, on top of data showing 71% of UK renters currently consider a high EPC rating an important factor when choosing where […]
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Sunshine and Savings: The Best UK Cities to Go Solar in 2025, Ranked by Payback Time Solar power is on the rise across the UK, and it’s easy to see why. The country recently experienced its sunniest spring on record, leading to a 42% surge in solar power generation. With forecasts suggesting that warmer, sunnier […]
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Driving electric in France this summer? These 6 common mistakes could cost you up to £981 in fines and fees. Over 1.75m British drivers are expected to drive to France between July and September via Dover, Le Shuttle and other routes. Based on current EV ownership (4.5% of UK cars), 78,750 of these travellers are […]
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Demand for solar energy is soaring across the UK, with a record-breaking 57,000 households installing solar panels in the first quarter of 2025 – over 21,000 of those in March alone. Following the UK’s sunniest spring on record, solar power generation surged by 42%. Combined with falling panel costs and rising energy bills, it’s clear […]
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Key Takeaways Can Solar Panels Work in Winter? In short, yes! Shorter days and overcast skies might raise doubts, but solar panels work in all seasons – including winter. Remember, solar panels need light, not heat, to generate electricity. Thanks to modern technology and diffused light capture, they continue to provide clean energy throughout the […]
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Wondering if solar panels work in the UK’s grey and cloudy weather? The answer is yes. Modern panels can generate electricity even on overcast days, and the UK’s cooler temperatures can actually improve performance. Learn how solar works year-round and why it’s still a smart investment.
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Here at The Solar Co., we have extensive experience installing integrated solar panels, alongside more traditional on-roof setups in the South-East. We’ve put together a comprehensive guide that addresses some of the questions we most often receive from customers. This will help you decide if they are right for you. Integrated solar panels, also known […]
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We’re thrilled to announce that The Solar Co has been shortlisted for a national Which? Award in the category of Renewables Installer of the Year!
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