Archive for the ‘Solar Power’ Category
Make A Fantastic Return On Solar Panel Systems
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Solar panels have taken the UK by storm in the past couple of years. It is estimated that since the feed-in-tariff was introduced by the government in 2010 around 80,000 households have opted to invest in this form of renewable energy. Although panels may on first glance seem somewhat pricey, the returns to be made from the electricity they produce over their 25 lifespan are very significant.
It is true that the more direct sunlight solar panel systems receive, the more electricity they produce, but it needs to be made clear that it is in fact the intensity of the light that helps power them. This means that they will convert natural sunlight into electricity even on a cloudy day.
During certain times of the year i.e. summer, your solar panels may in fact produce more electricity than you need. In this instance, you can sell that surplus energy back to the National Grid at a fixed rate.
After recent wrangling the current feed-in-tariff rate stands at 21p per unit (or kWh) of electricity produced, but even at this rate your solar panels can still easily pay for themselves way before they reach …
New Home? Try New Technology From Planet Solar
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Moving home is one of the most stressful, yet exciting experiences you will ever go through. In the current climate where the housing market remains stagnant, securing a new property can be a very expensive business which is why it makes sense to try and save as much money as you can from the moment you move in.
Despite news that many of the UK’s major energy suppliers will be cutting electricity bills by 5-6%, it doesn’t make up for the fact that electricity bills went up an average of 15% during 2011.
The price war that has broken out amongst providers such as British Gas, Eon, Scottish power etc. is only expected to be a temporary measure which is why it makes sense to stay one-step ahead when normality is resumed. Planet Solar can help you take advantage of cheaper electricity over the next 25 years with a set of solar panels.
Our solar power systems will enable you to rely upon the electricity your energy supplier provides far less as they convert the free energy offered by the sun into electricity and divert it directly into your home. Even on the most overcast of …
Join The Surge For Solar Panels At Planet Solar
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2011 was an unprecedented year for Planet Solar. The demand for solar technology amongst UK homeowners was stronger than ever before with a record number of installations being completed up and down the country. Despite an adjustment to the feed-in-tariff late last year, we have already been inundated with requests from householders looking to follow suit.
Solar PV has proven to be the most popular form of renewable energy and it isn’t difficult to see why. Solar panels are easy-to install, reliable, environmentally-friendly, promise longevity and can help you save a huge amount on your energy bills. They also give you the opportunity to earn money back on energy as you can sell surplus electricity back to the grid.
Placed on the roof of your home with no detrimental effect on the overall appearance of your home, photovoltaic systems will supply your home with the vast majority of electricity it needs during the day simply by harnessing the natural light of the sun.
As a result of this, dependence on your standard electricity supply will decrease sharply and help us as a nation preserve essential fossil fuels. With energy prices at an all-time high …
Join The Growing Demand For Solar Technology
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If 2011 is anything to go by there will be increasing numbers of UK homeowners looking to invest in renewable technology. The rising cost of conventional energy will be one of the major driving forces behind this move for some, whilst others will take such a measure in a quest to reduce carbon emissions and make our country a more environmentally-friendly place to live.
There are several forms of renewable energy available to householders which will each supply them with cleaner, greener and more affordable electricity, but the overriding favourite is solar power systems. Solar panels can provide homes with the large majority of electricity they need throughout the day at a far less expensive rate than most users of traditional energy will be paying.
There will be some who approach their local solar panel installers and are immediately put off by the cost involved with installation. But when you consider that they need very little maintenance, have a lifespan of up to 50 years in many cases and can save you enormous amounts on energy during that time, you soon begin to realise that they are the most …
Start As You Mean To Go On In 2012 With Solar Panels
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With 2011 now at a close many people will be reflecting back on the year with mixed thoughts. The newsrooms have been busy with information on the economic downturn, riots and strikes not to mention all the upset that has been caused by increases in energy bills, forcing many into fuel poverty. Even if you haven’t been directly affected by any of the budget cuts and price increases you will surely have made measures to rein in any spending and save money where you can.
Solar panels may seem like a costly investment when many are trying to decrease their spending but they represent one of the best investments that you can make. Once installed, they will usually work effectively for up to 20 years. The cost of them will seem minimal when you compare it to the costs involved in receiving your electricity from a traditional supplier.
Attached to your roof, solar panels are able to harvest energy from the sun which can then be used to power your home with electricity helping to reduce your energy bills. Another added advantage of investing in solar panels is that a payment is made for every kilowatt hour of electricity generated, …
Stay Ahead in 2012 With Solar Panels
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With more and more people deciding to invest in solar panels, 2012 is set to be a big year for renewable energy. It allows many people to make considerable savings on their electricity bills and solar panels can also provide an extra income source for businesses throughout the UK.
There are various options available for those looking into renewable energy sources such as wind turbines and hydroelectricity but solar photovoltaic panels are the most appropriate for many as they can be attached to any building with very little fuss or effort. This is particularly important for small business owners who may have a lot of building space such as farmers and warehouse managers as solar panels provide the ideal option in terms of renewable energy.
The amount you can save and earn from your panels depends on how many you have and how much electricity you currently use. Any electricity fed back to the grid also generates an export payment, offering an additional income for households and business owners. That being said you don’t need to have a massive building to take advantage of solar electricity. Solar panels can be fitted …
Solar PV From Planet Solar Is A Win-Win Situation
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We are all being encouraged to go ‘green’ particularly when it comes to the functioning and running of our properties. This means investing in some form of renewable energy, however many people are still unaware of the major benefits associated with technology such as solar panels. Planet Solar is here to enlighten you that little bit more:
Feed-In-Tariff
Anybody who installs solar panels on the roof on their home will be rewarded courtesy of the Feed-In-Tariff. The Feed-In-Tariff was introduced by the government to encourage more people to embrace renewable energy and gives you a payment for all the electricity you produce.
Save on energy bills
The cost of traditional energy has risen incredibly over the past few years and will continue to do so in the future as fossil fuels become more and more sparse. Photovoltaic systems will enable you to use conventional energy less often as they will provide you with the majority of energy you need throughout the day.
Added value
Because of the rapid growth of solar PV many home buyers are expecting to see green measures already in place before considering making an offer. The addition …
Planet Solar – A Well-Established Solar Panel Provider
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As you will have no doubt heard the Minister of State for Energy and Climate Change Greg Barker has announced that the feed-in-tariff (FIT) will be cut on December 12th rather than from April of next year as originally proposed.
This course of action will have a dramatic financial impact upon many companies within the industry and will put many jobs at risk, but Planet Solar has the experience and knowledge to stay the course.
As part of Energi Installations, Planet Solar has been supplying and installing solar PV to homes across the UK since 2006 and has therefore built up a huge client base over the past five years. Our photovoltaic systems are of the very highest quality and have a proven track record when it comes to cutting the cost of energy bills.
We have undertaken hundreds of small and large-scale projects so are well-equipped to deal with most requests for solar panels from property owners.
Despite the reduction in FIT, anyone who puts their money and faith into solar technology will be rewarded as they will receive 21 pence per kilowatt as produced from solar panelling. The payments …
Solar Panels are the technology of the future
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The rising cost of electricity has left many households with no option but to use the electricity in their home more sparingly, even when they need it most. Electricity suppliers are expected to announce further price rises in 2012 which leaves many property owners at a crossroads. Do they continue to go without electricity or do they do something about it?
Planet Solar recommends that you consider solar power systems as an alternative source of energy as they can provide your home with the electricity it needs at a far more affordable rate. Luckily enough Planet Solar are one of the country’s leading solar panel installers, so you can be confident you are in safe hands.
Solar panels have been in existence for many years, but only in recent times have they become a practical option for domestic properties. This is because thanks to cash-back schemes such as the government’s Feed-In-Tariff homeowners are now able to earn money for the green energy their panels generate.
Despite the recent cut in the Feed-In-Tariff (FIT), homeowners can still expect to save a decent amount of money on their electricity bills and returns of up …
Planet Solar Can Help To Light Up Your Home This Winter
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This is the time of the year when we most rely on our energy suppliers to provide us with the electricity we need to light up our homes. With the clocks going back in the Autumn, it can begin to get dark very early in the evening which means that we have to have our lights on for longer periods of the day. This can result in extremely high electricity bills during the winter months.
Solar power systems are not a new invention, they have been used for years around the world, particularly in Europe. In more recent years the UK has realised the benefits of Solar PV and the difference it can have on their lives. Planet Solar has long recognised the potential in solar power and have become well known and respected solar panel installers throughout the UK.
Solar panels are attached to the roof of your property where they are able to harvest free energy from the sun. This energy can then be used to power your home. From keeping all your electrical appliances working to lighting up your home during the day, a large proportion of your electricity needs are catered for. …