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UK Solar Sales Surge 54% Amid Energy Price Hike

3/27/2026

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  • UK solar panel sales rose 54% this month, driven by higher energy prices amid the Iran war.
  • Octopus Energy reports increased interest in larger solar arrays and heat pumps, with sales up over 50%.
  • The government plans to lift a ban on plug-in solar kits, potentially boosting sales.
  • Electrify Britain says solar panels and heat pumps could substantially reduce household energy bills.