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How to apply to the SEG scheme in 5 steps
How to apply to the SEG scheme. Read our five step guide to accessing the SEG scheme.
16 May 2024
Applying to the SEG scheme
Complete guide to applying to the SEG (Smart Export Guarantee) in 2023. Learn what the SEG Scheme is, eligibility requirements, and how to apply.
15 May 2024
What Are Green AI Solutions and How Can They Lower Your Energy Bills?
How smart thermostats, generation optimisation and intelligent appliances trim household energy use, and what that is worth in practice.
10 May 2024
ECO4 Scheme Solar Panels: Free Solar Grants Explained
ECO4 can fund free panels for eligible UK households on certain benefits, and runs to 31 December 2026. Who qualifies and how to apply.
1 May 2024
Is My Roof Suitable For Solar Panels? A Practical Guide
Most UK roofs are suitable for solar. How to check orientation, pitch, shading, condition and usable space, and which roof types rule panels out.
13 April 2024
Can You Install Solar Panels on Metal Roofs? Essential Guide and Tips
Discover how to successfully install solar panels on metal roofs, including tips on mounting systems and best practices. Read the essential guide now!
11 March 2024
How to Get a G98 Certificate: DNO Approval, Solar PV, and Battery Storage Explained
Your DNO signs off that a new system connects safely to the network. Why G98 approval is mandatory for panels, batteries or both.
17 February 2024
How Many Solar Panels for a 3-Bedroom House? (UK)
Most 3-bedroom UK homes need 8-12 panels (roughly a 3.5-5kW system). Here's how energy use, roof space and orientation change the right number for you.
17 December 2023
How Do You Set Up a Solar Panel System?
Discover everything you need to know about setting up a solar panel system, from installation costs to maximizing energy efficiency.
12 November 2023
How Do Solar Panels Work in the UK
How panels turn daylight into electricity in the UK climate, what happens after dark, and what it means for your bill.
4 November 2023
British Solar Panels: Powering the UK's Green Future
What British-made panels offer as energy prices rise, how they compare on quality and cost, and whether they are the right choice for your roof.
13 July 2023
Best Local Solar Panel Company
CRG Direct Solar Named Best Local Solar Panel Installation Company in the South East of England
10 June 2023
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