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Solar installations in UK properties increased by 40% over the past five years

Solar panels have soared in popularity in the past five years, with the number of UK properties installing solar PV having increased by 40%.

The UK’s first solar farm connected to the national grid just went live

The whole of the UK can now benefit from clean energy produced by solar, thanks to a new solar farm connected to the national grid.

Solar power capacity has likely hit 1 TW globally

In this week's Gossage Gossip, our columnist discusses the highly likely scenario that solar power capacity has hit 1 TW globally.

Renewables generated a record-breaking 40% of UK electricity in 2022

A record-breaking 40% of all electricity generated in the UK in 2022 came from renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar.

Despite rising energy costs, renewables continue to get cheaper

As the cost of energy continues to increase, renewables may be getting even more attractive, as their prices continue to fall. 

Portugal moves up transition to renewable electricity by four years

Portugal hopes to reach its goal of renewable electricity accounting for 80% of the country's energy mix four years earlier.

Increase in rooftop solar installation prices is only temporary, according to new report

The price of installing rooftop solar panels has increased during the Covid-19 pandemic, but it’s expected to only be temporary.

New solar financing solutions available for businesses

Enzen has announced a suite of new solar finance offerings with the aim of helping businesses across the UK reduce their carbon emissions. 

Manchester College brings old solar panels back to life

Manchester College learned there’s still life left in its old solar PV panels, enlisting Ash Integrated Services to bring them back to life.

National Grid highlights importance of onshore renewables for achieving net zero in South Wales

A new report from National Grid, dubbed Zero 2050, has highlighted the importance of onshore renewables in the decarbonisation of South Wales.

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