There are no government grants specifically for solar panels, but are more steered towards improving energy efficiency. All is not lost, though, as some grants can be used to install them as part of energy efficient upgrades.
There are solar panel grants for homeowners in the UK, from Smart Export Guarantee to zero VAT. Read about solar panel funding options & how to apply!
While the landscape of government support for solar panel installations has evolved with several past programs phasing out, there are still viable options available to assist UK households in adopting solar energy. Key among these are the Energy Company Obligation (ECO4), Local Authority (LA) programs and the Home Upgrade Grant (HUG).
There are a number of government grants for solar panel users across Europe, which proves the growing importance of solar energy and how governments are trying to encourage people to make the most of solar energy.
· The householder receives certain benefits If solar panels will only supply electricity for things like lights, TVs and computers then the grant does not apply. The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) means that if solar panels generate more power than you use, large energy suppliers must pay you back for it.
Solar grants often only cover specific solar energy system components such as solar panels, inverters and installation costs. Battery storage or advanced monitoring systems are typically excluded from these funding programmes. How much can I save with a solar panel grant?