Most homes and businesses can benefit from solar PV. Find out the answers to some common questions about the suitability of solar PV for their home or organisation.
Can my home use solar PV?
Solar PV can be used to run your home, including lights and electrical appliances. Solar PV systems can be mounted onto a roof, including pitched or flat roofs or incorporated into the design of the house. Most houses can benefit from solar PV, with those with a south-west to south-east aspect most suitable.
Can my business use solar PV?
Businesses can use solar PV in a similar way to homes. Panels can be incorporated into roofs and also into shades and shelters. Architects can incorporate the latest PV technologies into new build designs to reduce the running cost of the building.
How big does my solar PV system need to be?
This depends on a number of factors including the amount of sunlight available, the size of the investment and your electrical requirements.
Will I have enough sunlight?
The UK's climate is suitable for solar PV with panels generally unaffected by weather. The most important consideration is whether your site is shaded, for example by other buildings or by trees. Shading will reduce the effectiveness of your solar system although steps can be taken to minimise the effect of shading..