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30/08/2026

🎒 Back to school. Back to work. Back to routine.

As the summer holidays come to an end, household routines start changing again too. Mornings get busier, evenings get earlier and the times you’re using energy at home can look very different to the summer months.

So, while you’re getting everything else ready for September, it’s worth giving your solar and battery setup a little attention too. ☀️🔋

From checking your battery settings to thinking about when you’re using the energy you generate, a few simple checks can help make sure your system is working around your household routine.

We’ve put together some useful tips in this blog 👇

https://ask-renewables.co.uk/back-to-school-routines-dont-forget-your-solar-setup/

Back-to-School Routines: Don’t Forget Your Solar Setup September always brings a shift in pace. The long summer evening give way to earlier bedtimes, packed lunches, and the familiar school run shuffle. Families across the UK are getting back into the rhythm of uniforms, homework, and after school...

28/08/2026

There are plenty of things that can impact your energy bills that are completely out of your control.

Changes in the energy market, wholesale costs and wider global events can all eventually find their way onto the bill that lands in your inbox.

But while you can’t control the energy market, you can take more control over the energy you use at home.

☀️ Solar panels can help you generate more of your own electricity
🔋 Battery storage can help you save that energy for when you need it
⚡ Together, they can reduce how much electricity you need to buy from the grid

With energy costs continuing to make the headlines, maybe it’s time to find out how much more control you could have over your home energy.

Read the latest from the BBC 👇
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqjkl1xvgw5o

A household using a typical amount of gas and electricity will pay £60 a year more, regulator Ofgem says.

24/08/2026

A really interesting read from BBC Yorkshire, and another reminder of just how much the way we generate, store and use energy is changing.

For homeowners, solar panels and battery storage are increasingly about more than simply generating electricity when the sun is shining. A well-designed system can help you store more of the energy you produce, reduce your reliance on the grid and take greater control over what you’re paying for your electricity.

As the UK’s energy landscape continues to evolve, making our homes more energy independent is only becoming more relevant.

Read the full BBC article here 👇

The figures coincide with this week's launch of plug-in solar panels in UK shops.

19/08/2026

Energy prices are back in the headlines.

The BBC reports that rising energy bills have helped push UK inflation to its highest level for four months.

While we can’t control what happens to energy prices, solar panels and battery storage can give homeowners more control over how much electricity they need to buy from the grid.

☀️ Generate your own renewable electricity during the day
🔋 Store surplus energy to use later
🏠 Reduce your reliance on grid electricity
📉 Reduce your exposure to future energy price increases

Solar and battery storage won’t make energy prices disappear, but they can change how exposed your home is to them.

Read the BBC article here 👇
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdrv7jr8n74o

A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.

19/08/2026

Solar panels may make a home more appealing to buyers and could increase its resale value, but the uplift depends on factors such as location, system quality and energy performance

12/08/2026

☀️ Off on holiday soon? Here’s one less thing to worry about…

If you’ve got solar panels at home, you might be wondering what happens while you’re away.

Do you need to switch anything off? Will your battery continue charging? What if nobody’s home using the electricity?

The good news is that, in most cases, your solar system is designed to carry on doing exactly what it was built to do.

We’ve put together a simple guide answering some of the questions we’re most commonly asked by homeowners before they head off on holiday.

📖 Read it here:
https://ask-renewables.co.uk/blog/

Have a fantastic summer wherever you’re heading! 🌞✈️

11/08/2026

Which business is most likely to benefit from installing commercial solar?

🟢 A) A business that mainly operates during daylight hours.
🔵 B) A business that only operates overnight.
🟠 C) Every business will save exactly the same amount.

👇 Comment your answer below

Every business is different, which is why there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. We'll explain what factors can make commercial solar a smart investment, and why businesses that use most of their electricity during the day often see the biggest benefits.

06/08/2026

✈️ Heading away this summer? Don’t forget your… solar panels?

It’s one of the questions we hear every year.

Should I switch my solar panels off? Will my battery overcharge? Should I use Holiday Mode?

The good news is that, in most cases, your solar system is designed to look after itself while you’re away.

We’ve answered some of the most common questions in our latest blog, giving you the reassurance you need before you lock the door and head off on your summer holiday.

☀️ Read the blog here:

https://ask-renewables.co.uk/going-away-this-summer-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-your-solar-panels-before-you-leave/

Have a fantastic summer from everyone at ASK Renewables! 🌞

05/08/2026

What does a home battery actually do?
Battery storage is becoming increasingly popular, but do you know what its main job is?

Choose one:

🟢 A) It helps your solar panels generate more electricity.
🔵 B) It stores surplus electricity generated during the day so you can use it later.
🟠 C) It replaces your electricity supplier.

What's your answer? 👇

30/07/2026

🌱 We often ask our customers why they're considering solar.

The answers are all different.

Some want to reduce their energy bills.
Some want greater energy independence.
Some simply want to make better use of their roof.

But many also tell us something else...
"We want to do our bit for the next generation."

It's a simple thought, but one that sits behind thousands of solar installations across the UK.