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Solar panels before the next price cap rise make sense now
With energy prices set to rise again in October, should UK homeowners install solar panels now? We weigh costs, savings, EPC impact, and grants.
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New solar mandates for new homes: what it means for your energy bills
Ed Miliband's new rules require solar panels on all new homes in England from 2025. We analyse the costs, EPC impact, and what it means for UK homeowners.
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One Million Heat Pump Tests Reveal the Real Bill Cutters
Energy Saving Trust analysed over a million heat pump, tariff and tech combos. We break down what UK homeowners should actually install to cut bills and EPC ratings.
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Why cutting business energy costs matters for your home bills
The CBI wants the next PM to slash business energy costs. Axiom Eco Homes explains why that could mean lower household bills, better EPC rules, and fairer green upgrades.
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Energy bill overhaul could hit taxpayers with hidden costs
A proposed energy bill overhaul may shift costs from suppliers to taxpayers, raising bills for UK homeowners. We analyse the impact on EPC ratings, grants, and what to do now.
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Solar Panels on Public Toilets Signal a Wider Shift
Ilkley's riverside toilets get solar panels. We analyse what this public-sector move means for UK homeowners considering solar, costs, and EPC ratings.
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The spark gap blocking UK home retrofits
Inside Housing reports the retrofit spark gap – a shortage of electricians delaying heat pumps and solar. Axiom Eco Homes explains costs, EPC impact, and what homeowners can do.
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Space mirrors for solar panels: a distraction from real UK home upgrades
A giant space mirror to beam sunlight onto solar panels at night sounds futuristic. But for UK homeowners, the real gains are in insulation, heat pumps, and battery storage right now.
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Solar panels can run UK air con for free in a heatwave
Analysis of how solar panels could power air conditioning for free during UK heatwaves, with costs, EPC impact, and real-world action for homeowners.
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Ofgem price cap rise leaves UK households seeking real support
Ofgem's October price cap rise adds £63 to typical bills. We explore what real support means for UK homeowners — from grants to EPC upgrades.