Video Articles

About Solar Battery Storage Solar battery storage allows electricity from a solar PV system to be stored during the day. The energy can then be used later when demand is higher. In this video we explain three simple principles behind energy storage in solar...

About Solar Self-Consumption A solar PV installation produces most electricity during daylight hours. However, demand in homes and businesses is often higher later in the day. Using more of your own solar electricity is known as self-consumption. In this video we...

About Solar Smart Meters A smart meter records electricity moving between a property and the grid. This includes power imported from the grid and electricity exported from a solar PV system. In this video we explain how smart meters work in solar installations. They...

About Solar Inverter Monitoring Solar inverter monitoring helps owners see how well a solar PV installation is performing. The inverter converts electricity from solar panels into usable power for a building. Most modern systems include performance tracking tools....

​ About Solar Inverters This video provides a clear solar inverter explained guide for anyone learning how solar PV systems produce usable electricity. Solar panels generate direct current electricity. Homes and businesses use alternating current. The inverter...

About This Solar Topic This video explains how solar panels work and how sunlight is converted into usable electricity for homes and businesses. Solar panels contain photovoltaic cells that generate electricity when exposed to light. The electricity produced by the...

The Future of Solar PV in the UK This video explores the future of solar PV in the UK and how solar energy is expected to grow in the coming years. Solar power is becoming an increasingly important part of the UK energy system. Falling technology costs and rising...

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MCS Solar Accreditation This video introduces MCS solar accreditation and explains why certification is important for solar installations in the UK. The Microgeneration Certification Scheme sets standards for both equipment and installation practices. Installers...

NICEIC Solar Installer Approval This video explains what it means to be a NICEIC solar installer and why electrical certification matters for solar PV installations. NICEIC is one of the UK’s recognised organisations for electrical contractor assessment. Installers...

TrustMark Solar Installer This video explains what it means to be a TrustMark solar installer and why this government-endorsed quality scheme is important for solar installations in the UK. TrustMark helps homeowners and businesses identify contractors who meet...

Which Trusted Trader Solar Installer This video explains what it means to be a Which Trusted Trader solar installer and why this independent approval scheme is important for customers. The Which Trusted Trader programme assesses businesses for reliability, service and...

ECA Solar Installer This video explains what it means to be an ECA solar installer and why membership of the Electrical Contractors’ Association is important for electrical work in solar installations. The ECA represents professional electrical contractors across the...

RECC Solar Installer This video explains what it means to work with a RECC solar installer and why the Renewable Energy Consumer Code is important for customers considering solar installations. RECC is designed to protect consumers when purchasing renewable energy...