Think Free Solar Featured in The Times on Solar Grid Connection Delays
We were pleased to see Think Free Solar featured in The Times in an article examining the growing challenges faced by UK homeowners waiting for solar installations and experiencing grid connection delays.
The article, "Homeowners losing out as energy networks struggle to meet solar demand", looks at the increasing pressure on electricity networks as more households install solar panels and batteries.
Why grid connections matter
Installing solar panels isn't simply a case of putting panels on a roof and switching them on.
For many installations, the connection to the local electricity network needs to be assessed and approved by the relevant Distribution Network Operator (DNO).
For customers across Yorkshire, this can mean dealing with Northern Powergrid, particularly where a proposed solar and battery system has a larger generation or export capacity.
Depending on the system, a connection may require a G98 notification or a more detailed G99 application.
At Think Free Solar, we manage this process as part of the installation rather than leaving customers to navigate the technical requirements themselves.
Our team deals with the technical information, system design and documentation required for DNO applications, helping ensure that the proposed system is suitable for both the property and the local network.
We've written a more detailed guide explaining the difference between G98 and G99 applications and how the DNO process works for solar and battery installations.
Solar demand is changing the industry and leading to the grid connection delays
The growing demand for solar is a positive development, but it also means that network capacity and connection processes are becoming increasingly important considerations when designing a system.
This is particularly relevant for larger domestic installations, battery systems, commercial solar and properties where electricity demand is changing — for example, through the addition of EV charging, heat pumps or other high-load equipment.
Good solar design therefore involves much more than choosing panels.
The inverter, battery, export capacity, electrical infrastructure and DNO requirements all need to work together.
That's why we take a system-design approach rather than simply installing a standard package.
Proud to see Yorkshire solar expertise recognised
Think Free Solar is based in Keighley and works with homeowners, businesses and agricultural customers across Yorkshire and surrounding areas.
We're MCS certified, NAPIT approved and RECC registered, and we're also an Octopus Energy Trusted Partner.
Being featured by The Times is a great opportunity to highlight an issue that our customers increasingly encounter: getting solar right means considering the whole energy system, not just the panels on the roof.
If you're considering solar panels, battery storage or a larger system that may require a DNO application, we're happy to discuss your requirements.
Call Think Free Solar on 0800 994 9678 or get in touch for a free consultation.
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