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Can I get paid for electricity my plug-in solar exports? SEG explained
Usually not yet. The Smart Export Guarantee needs a certified installation and an export meter, though some suppliers have their…
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EV charging connectors explained: Type 2, CCS, CHAdeMO and Type 1
Most UK electric cars use Type 2 for AC charging and CCS for rapid charging. Older models may use Type…
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How to ask your landlord or freeholder for plug-in solar, with letter templates
A step-by-step guide for renters and leaseholders asking permission for plug-in solar, what to include, and two letter templates you…
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Where to buy plug-in solar in the UK: the shops and brands selling kits now
The UK shops, brands and energy supplier (Octopus Energy) selling 800W plug-in solar kits, what we found on 19 October…
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Zendure to open UK pre-orders for its SolarFlow 800 plug-in solar kit on 2 November
Zendure says UK pre-orders for its SolarFlow 800 plug-in solar kit open on 2 November 2026. What it has announced,…
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Plug-in solar since 27 August: what has actually happened so far
Seven weeks after plug-in solar became legal in Great Britain, here are the dated, sourced events so far: the rules,…
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Tesla’s new Roadster drives upside down and flies at its launch, but UK price and timing are still unknown
Tesla has revealed its new Roadster in three versions, from a road car to a single-seater that can fly. Production…
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What’s using the most electricity in my house? How to find out
Appliances that heat, cool or run all day use the most. Energy Saving Trust figures on what drives bills, and…
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Can a portable power station run a fridge or CPAP overnight? How to check
A 1kWh power station can often run a fridge or CPAP through the night, but check the label first. How…
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What can a portable power station run? How to work it out in three numbers
Whether a power station can run an appliance depends on three numbers: watt-hours, rated watts and surge. How to work…