Installing solar panels is an increasingly popular way for UK homeowners and businesses to reduce energy costs and lower carbon emissions. However, before beginning a solar panel installation, it’s important to understand the planning regulations. In this post, we answer the question, Do I Need Planning Permission for Solar Panels in the UK? Understanding planning ..read more

MCS Certification Explained: Why It’s Essential for Solar Panels In the United Kingdom, the adoption of renewable energy solutions has seen a significant rise, with solar installations leading the charge. As homeowners and businesses increasingly turn to solar power, ensuring the quality and reliability of these installations becomes paramount. This is where the Microgeneration Certification Scheme ..read more

What is a Distribution Network Operator (DNO)? Distribution Network Operators (DNO) are responsible for managing the electricity distribution network in your area, ensuring that power is delivered safely and efficiently. If you’re planning a solar panel installation, it’s essential to understand how DNOs impact the process. At UPS Solar, we handle all the necessary DNO applications on your behalf, ensuring ..read more

A Pivotal Moment for Europe’s Energy Transition In a groundbreaking development, solar energy has officially overtaken coal in the European Union’s electricity generation for the first time. According to the latest data, solar power accounted for 11% of the EU’s electricity mix in 2024, while coal’s contribution declined to 10%. This shift marks a historic milestone in the region’s ..read more

Choosing the right team for your solar panel installation can make all the difference when it comes to performance, safety, and durability ..read more

Demystifying Solar Battery Storage: A Guide by UPS Solar Solar battery storage has transformed how we use renewable energy, providing a practical and efficient way to store electricity generated by photovoltaic (PV) panels. By storing excess energy for later use, solar batteries ensure that renewable power isn’t wasted when production exceeds immediate demand. This stored ..read more

In this blog post, we’ll lay out the benefits of commercial solar panels. Small businesses are constantly looking for ways to cut costs and maximise their investments, especially in competitive markets where every saving counts. At the same time, many are striving to operate sustainably, reducing their reliance on fossil fuels and lowering their carbon ..read more

Small businesses often seek ways to reduce costs and maximise the return on their investments, especially in their early stages when every penny counts. At the same time, many are aiming to operate more sustainably by lowering their carbon footprint and reducing reliance on finite fossil fuels. Solar power offers an ideal solution for small ..read more

Small businesses can often find themselves looking for ways to reduce their financial outgoings and maximising the positive impact of investments, especially at the start of their life when every penny counts. At the same time, many are seeking to operate as sustainably as possible, finding ways to reduce carbon footprint and lessen their reliance ..read more

Solar battery technology has evolved into a highly sophisticated way to store electricity generated by the sun’s rays hitting the photovoltaic panels installed on a roof or flat surface nearby. Solar power storage is a key part of the overall electricity generation system. It allows electricity that has been produced but is not needed immediately ..read more