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The real truth behind solar power | Positive Energy with Chris Hewett

Welcome to 'Positive Energy - powered by The Eco Experts'. We invite experts to help you make informed decisions about investing in green technology for your home. Our expert in this video is Chris Hewett, Chief Executive of Solar Energy UK, an established trade association that represents the entire solar and energy storage value chain. It is funded largely by its membership of over 400+ businesses and associates working in solar. We asked Chris questions about how the solar industry has changed over time, where it will be in the next decade and about the immediate challenges facing the new government to accelerate the race to renewables and net zero. For more information about installing solar panels in your home, visit: bit.ly/ee-solar-panels Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Chris’ background in solar 01:25 - Evolution of the UK solar industry 02:18 - Future outlook for solar energy in the next 5-10 years 02:55 - Impact of solar energy on energy awareness 04:02 - Role of nuclear energy in the UK energy landscape 04:55 - Work with Solar Energy UK 05:51 - Overview of the Solar Energy UK manifesto 09:09 - Skill shortages in the solar sector 11:00 - Considerations for modern slavery policies and solar supply chains 12:46 - The challenges faced by UK solar 14:14 - Government support and funding for the grid upgrades 15:46 - Addressing the cost disparity between cheap gas and expensive electricity 16:45 - Residential vs. commercial to reach 50-gigawatt target 18:06 - Floating solar in the UK 18:45 - UK solar installation trends in 2024 22:13 - Flexible finance models for solar, such as panel rentals 23:02 - Overview of Octopus Energy and its UK presence 24:19 - Grid upgrades and their relevance to solar energy 26:15 - Combating misinformation and myths about solar energy 28:05 - Role of industry and government in advancing the green agenda 29:18 - Personal solar setup and the role of technology and apps in energy management 31:03 - UK perception and acceptance of solar energy We share expert tips and solutions for saving energy and cutting down on your energy bills! Learn how to harness the power of solar energy with solar panels and explore ways to optimize your home with solar power. Discover sustainable practices, energy-efficient technologies, and the many benefits of switching to solar to help you save money while protecting the planet! Since 2009, The Eco Experts has helped 1,000s of homeowners save on energy bills and switch to a more sustainable lifestyle by offering practical advice on green technology. Why not join them? Learn more at: https://www.theecoexperts.co.uk/ Subscribe and follow us on social media for more: https://linktr.ee/theecoexperts/