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UK Retailers Partner Gov to Sell Plug-In Solar

6/17/2026

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Major UK retailers are partnering with the government to sell plug-in solar panels to renters and low-income households.
Executives from Currys, B&Q, Amazon, Asda, Screwfix and Wickes met Energy Consumer Minister Martin McCluskey to set sales guidelines.
The £400 units generate up to 800 W, fit on balconies or sheds, save £70-110 per year and recoup cost in 4-7 years, and backs Energy Secretary Ed Miliband's aim of 45-47 GW by 2030.

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Major UK retailers are partnering with the government to sell plug-in solar panels to renters and low-income households.
Executives from Currys, B&Q, Amazon, Asda, Screwfix and Wickes met Energy Consumer Minister Martin McCluskey to set sales guidelines.
The £400 units generate up to 800 W, fit on balconies or sheds, save £70-110 per year and recoup cost in 4-7 years, and backs Energy Secretary Ed Miliband's aim of 45-47 GW by 2030.