How Long Does it Take for Solar Panels to Pay for Themselves?

Inside this week’s edition:

• _{Solar Panels Payback Periods in 2025}

• _{Finding the Best Place for a Solar Battery}

• _{Kirsty’s Tips to Stop Wasting Energy in Your Home}

• _{EV Sales Continue to See Explosive Growth in 2025}

• _{Dual Fuel Energy Plans Explained}

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Solar Panels Payback Periods in 2025

One of the best things about investing in solar panels is that they will pay for their initial cost many times over the course of their lifespan.

In the past few years, solar power has become more affordable than ever before. People getting solar panels installed on their homes may see them paid off in as little as 6 - 7 years now.

We explain some of the key factors that affect the payback period of solar panels, and how long it could take for different sized systems.

Finding the Best Place for a Solar Battery

So you’re interested in getting a battery storage system for your home. Maybe you’ve got solar panels to squeeze a bit of extra juice from, or maybe you want to take advantage of cheaper nighttime electricity.

Well, now you’ve decided to buy the thing, the question becomes, where’s the best place to put a solar battery in your home?

Kirsty’s Tips to Stop Wasting Energy in Your Home

Stop wasting heat and electricity, and start saving money. Kirsty has some more energy saving tips that can make your bills lighter, and put the difference back in your pocket.

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EV Sales Continue to See Explosive Growth in 2025

EV sales in August continued this year’s trend of incredible growth over 2024. The 2,126 new electric cars registered last month represent a 69.3% increase on the same period last year.

So far this year 20,656 new electric cars have been registered, 37% more than the 15,122 EVs registered in the first eight months of 2024.

The BYD Sealion, which came on the market this summer, was the best selling EV last month. The Hyundai Inster, also a relative newcomer, has already climbed to one of the best selling electric cars so far this year.

Dual Fuel Energy Plans Explained

If you have domestic gas and electricity, you’ve probably seen dual fuel plans advertised bundling the two together.

But how do dual fuel plans work, who offers them and most importantly, will they save you money?