Getting a Grant for a Solar PV System

Deciding on whether or not to buy a solar PV system is a big step. This takes you off of the electrical grid and means that you are willing to survive strictly on the power of the sun. This doesn’t mean that you have to cut off your power, it just means that you are willing to save power, and most importantly money.

You have several options for purchasing and installing a solar PV system. Depending on where you live, you may be eligible for a government grant to help you cover some of the costs of your purchase of a solar PV system. grants for Solar PV systems are not that hard to come by in the UK, but you do need to make sure that you take the proper steps in regards to paperwork and working things out with your supplier.

It is also possible that your supplier may have a deal with the government, therefore you may even get a better rate on installation. Try to find a supplier that works with the government or has a government contract. They are usually the cheapest, especially if you are getting a government grant. (more...)

Spain and Solar Power

Many people are surprised to find that solar panels are ubiquitous in Spain. Many residential properties depend on solar energy for hot water. In fact, Spain is one of the leading producers of solar energy in the world.

The Spanish national energy policy aims to encourage solar and renewable energy as much as possible. The country produced 2.8% of its primary energy through solar energy in 2009, which is indeed commendable.

According to Spanish law, it will soon become mandatory for new as well as remodelled homes to harness solar energy for hot water. Solar panels can be quite cheap today. Prices have gone down in the last few years, and while panels would have been very expensive before, today Solar panels Spain can be quite affordable. (more...)

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