Solar power has rapidly become one of the most popular and affordable renewable energy sources in the UK and across the world. As the technology evolves, the facts behind solar energy only get more impressive. Here are ten remarkable truths that highlight just how powerful the sun really is. 1.…

If you’re planning to install solar panels in Essex, you’re probably come across the term MCS certified, but what does it actually mean, and why does it matter? At Solar Essex, we focus on making solar simple, secure and stress-free. One of the most important steps in protecting your investment…

When most people picture solar power, they think of panels on houses or open fields filled with solar panels, but solar isn’t just a domestic upgrade. Across Essex, more businesses are turning to commercial solar PV to cut costs, strengthen sustainability efforts and future proof their operations. For companies, aiming…

When it comes to climate change, many homeowners in Essex are wondering “What difference can one property really make?” The answer is a big one. A single household choosing clean, efficient energy can spark change across neighbourhoods, towns and even the wider region. At Solar Essex, we see every day…

2025 has been a year of broken weather records – the sunniest and driest spring in a century, the warmest June ever recorded in England and the hottest summer on record from June to August, surpassing even the legendary heat of 1976. While these warm spells may seem pleasant, record…