The United Kingdom has announced a rooftop solar revolution, as the government revealed that from this autumn, new residential buildings will be required to have solar panels installed.
Ministers stated they will publish the Future Homes Standard, and have so far confirmed that solar panels will be included in the standard—meaning the vast majority of new homes will come equipped with solar systems.
Solar panels will not be mandatory in specific situations where installation is impractical, such as when shaded by trees or other obstructions.
This measure could save households hundreds of pounds. According to current energy price caps, an average UK household could save around £530 per year thanks to rooftop solar installations.
The estimated savings are based on the government’s Home Energy Assessment Tool, which provides users with an indicative figure of how much they can save on their energy bills depending on the characteristics of their home. A more detailed analysis of potential savings will be published in the final impact assessment this autumn.
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This policy is expected to significantly reduce energy costs for residents of new homes, ease the cost of living for young families and first-time homebuyers.
Recently, a new law came into effect allowing homeowners to install a heat pump within one meter of their property boundary without needing to apply for planning permission.
According to the proposed changes, new homes will feature low-carbon heating systems, such as heat pumps, and high levels of energy efficiency, further lowering bills and boosting the nation’s energy security through clean, domestic energy.
“From cooking to doing laundry, families will be able to enjoy the benefits of using clean, renewable energy from day one in their new home—with lower energy bills and more money in their pocket,” the UK government stated in its press release.
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