Heating & Energy
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Best direction for solar panels Solar panels can slash your energy bills, but only if they get plenty of sunlight. Here's our guide to positioning your panels in the UK -
How long do solar panels last? Solar panels slash your energy bills and carbon footprint, but for how many years? Here's how long your panels will power your home -
Solar panels grants: Fund your switch to renewables Thinking of going solar to cut your energy bills, but put off by the upfront cost? Here’s how to use grants to pay for solar panels -
Are solar panels worth it? A solar PV system dramatically cuts your bills and carbon footprint. But are solar panels worth the upfront cost? We investigate -
How to switch energy supplier We explain how to switch energy supplier, so you can find the best deal as prices rise -
How to clean your solar panels The cleaner your solar panels are, the more electricity they can make. Here's our guide to keeping your panels gleaming -
Best solar battery storage UK: Save up your solar energy Solar battery storage upgrades your solar PV panels by saving your electricity to use later. But which solar battery is best for you? -
Solar panel maintenance: Everything you need to know Solar panels last for decades, but they'll work best if you know how to look after them. Here's our guide to solar panel maintenance -
Netatmo Smart Thermostat: Not just a pretty face A gorgeous-looking thermostat that can be expanded with radiator valves, but the scheduling is fiddly to configure£120 -
How are solar panels installed? Solar panels can slash your energy bills for years, but how does installation work? Here's our step-by-step guide - recommended
Anker PowerHouse 767 review: Big mobile solar power With the capacity to handle more demanding devices and appliances, the Anker solar PowerHouse justifies its name£3099 - best buy
Jackery Explorer 1500 Pro: A superb heavy-duty power bank The Jackery Explorer 1500 Pro is a compact, convenient power source that can keep you going for weeks - providing the sun comes out£2099 -
How many solar panels do I need? Solar PV panels can slash your energy bills, but how many panels will cover your electricity costs – and your roof?