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- MarketA record sunny year gave UK solar 20.1 TWh, so why we size on lessDESNZ's annual energy digest says 2025 was the sunniest year in its series and solar output jumped 34%. The swing from the year before is the reason to be careful with yield figures. 7 October 2026.Read
- PolicyHeat pump grant levels confirmed: how they sit alongside solar and a batteryThe Boiler Upgrade Scheme notice lists 7,500 pounds for an air-to-water heat pump in a home on the gas grid, 2,500 pounds for air-to-air, and 9,000 pounds in some off-gas cases. 7 October 2026.Read
- RulesPanels in the garden: the height and size limits in the 2026 planning orderThe order in force since 27 August 2026 sets height, distance and size limits for stand-alone solar in a house's garden, and a prior approval step in some conservation areas. 7 October 2026.Read
- BillsElectricity prices fell in spring: what lower prices do to solar paybackDESNZ reports domestic electricity prices 8.2% lower in real terms in April to June 2026. Cheaper power makes each unit your panels supply worth less, which stretches payback. 7 October 2026.Read
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