Tag Archives: photovoltaics

Solar PV popularity causes government to decrease Feed in Tariffs

With continuing increases in the popularity of Solar PV, the government has indicated that solar feed in tariffs for new installations will decline by 3.5% in April 2015…

Solar PV FiT rates to drop by 3.5% in April 2014

Ofgem have confirmed that for new Solar PV installation from April 2014, there will be a drop in the Feed In Tariff. For a ‘typical’ domestic solar panel installation this means a 3.5% drop in income from Feed In Tariffs. … Continue reading →

Bedford Solar PV installation

Just want to say a big thanks Barry for a complete and professional service throughout. We are happy that we chose an installer that takes pride in his work as well as providing thorough information during installation. All components have been fitted tidily and I am now able to show off the install to friends and family. Will definitely recommend to others!

Feed-in-Tariff (FiT) rate cut review

The Department of Energy & Climate Change (DECC) are currently reviewing the future rates of Feed in Tariff (FiTs) for new Solar PV installations. NB. This does not apply to existing installations. We have seen proposals – currently being consulted … Continue reading →

Solar PV installation in Peterborough

From a straight-forward, no nonsense survey, and questions answered without unrealistic promises on performance, through to an unobtrusive, efficient, quick and tidy installation and a detailed user manual, and no hidden extras plus friendly aftercare service, Electrasolar is a firm we would have no problems in recommending to anyone contemplating purchasing a solar PV system.

Solar PV installation in Papworth Everard

I highly recommend Electrasolar to anybody looking to install Solar PV in Cambridgeshire. They conducted the installation quickly, efficiency and courteously – all at a very reasonable price. Upon completion they left everything tidy and the only thing they left behind was a very comprehensive handover pack!

A good day for solar PV in Cambridgeshire

Yesterday saw an almost perfect sunny day for people with solar PV in Cambridgeshire. Those people taking advantage of the threshold of 4kW of solar panels on their houses will have seen up to 28kwh of energy production – earning … Continue reading →

Low interest rates encourage Solar PV investment

With the US Fed announcing that interest rates are going to stay low for the next two years at least, it’s a good bet that the UK economy is going to have to follow a similar course. With historic low … Continue reading →

Solar PV market forescast

A recent forecast has predicted that the domestic solar PV market will double over the next 5 years. What once seemed cutting edge will soon change to being commonplace across the roofs of Cambridge, Peterborough and Bedford. Now is a … Continue reading →

Solar Panels provide insulation effect

Recent research by the University of California at San Diego has highlighted another potential benefit of fitting solar panels. During the day they can provide an insulating effect, helping to keep your house cool, and at night they help keep … Continue reading →