UK Homeowners Are Realising That the Rumours Are TrueAbout Solar Panels in 2024

The opportunity to reduce energy bills remains a big driver for consumers, and that’s something heat pumps and solar PV can help tackle when combined with battery storage.

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Seven out of ten UK citizens advocate for mandatory installation of solar panels on new build homes.

Solar power is becoming increasingly important in the United Kingdom as the country looks to scale up its homegrown energy production. The recent impact of the Ukraine war and the rising cost of living have highlighted the need for the UK to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, which are subject to volatile price fluctuations.

Findings coincide with ongoing governmental deliberations on future regulations, particularly under the UK’s Future Homes Standard. Proposed measures may include compulsory solar panel installations on new properties, aiming to enhance energy efficiency.

Solar power is becoming increasingly important in the United Kingdom as the country looks to scale up its homegrown energy production. The recent impact of the Ukraine war and the rising cost of living have highlighted the need for the UK to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, which are subject to volatile price fluctuations.

costs

The average prices of domestic solar panel systems in the UK range between £5,000 to £13,000, depending on how many panels you need for your home, which in turn is dependent on your energy consumption. GreenMatch’s research shows that most UK homeowners will spend between £6,000 to £8,000 on average.

Additionally, if you’d like to store your excess energy, you’re likely to spend between £2,500 to £10,000 on a solar battery, depending on its size and capacity.

Types

There are many different types of solar panels, but the two most commonly used solar panels in the UK are monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels.

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  • Monocrystalline panels are the more expensive option (it’ll cost you around 20% more than polycrystalline according to The Eco Experts), but are the most efficient for domestic households.
  • Polycrystalline solar panels are cheaper but they’re about one-third less efficient than monocrystalline panels, meaning you’ll need to have more panels on your roof to achieve the same power output.

This is a good time for installers, engineers, and electricians to take up training in how to install renewables.