Each kit produces up to 800W of power, which is enough to provide up to 20% of an average home’s electricity use when the sun is shining, according to officials.
As they go on sale, ministers say prices could start off higher but they expect them to settle at around £400 to £600 – depending on the size and model – amid growing competition as more models come on to the market.
Currys, B&Q, Screwfix and Wickes are also among retailers that have committed to stocking plug-in panels.
The sale of the technology was previously restricted in the UK because of safety and wiring standards.
br3d@lemmy.world 1 week ago
I looked into this a bit and the main thing to know is that, unlike traditional home solar, anything you generate that you don’t use there and then just goes to the grid and you don’t get paid for it. That should be fine though - you’re still helping decarbonise the grid and you’re all the more incentivised to shift consumption to when the sun’s out, which most of us could do more with appliances like washing machines and dishwashers, and perhaps especially lawn mowers
Officer_Pickles@lemmy.world 1 week ago
Unfortunately the battery storage systems aren’t currently compliant with the necessary standards. Although there’s nothing to stop you using them.
br3d@lemmy.world 1 week ago
Thanks, good catch. I just found a useful article here if anyone wants to see more