7 myths about solar panels in the UK and the truth behind them
The IndependentThey don’t work when the sun isn’t shining Solar panels are most efficient on sunny days, particularly around noon, when the sun is at its highest point and clear skies provide vast amounts of daylight, but they are still able to generate electricity when the weather is cold or even cloudy during the winter months. You need planning permission Unlike house extensions, solar panels are classed as a ‘permitted development’ meaning you shouldn’t have to worry about applying to your local council or housing authority for planning permission to install panels onto your home. Solar panels will damage my roof Solar panels are more likely to protect your roof from weather damage than cause any damage themselves Solar panels are mounted onto your roof, so you don’t need to be concerned about damage caused by drilling large holes into your tiles. And, solar energy from panels is 100% renewable, meaning you don’t need to burn carbon-emitting fossil fuels to generate energy, which is good news for the long term health of the planet.
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