Rising energy costs are shaping the way the UK goes green. According to the latest Hive Home Report 2025, the main reason more Brits are investing in renewable energy systems like solar panels and heat pumps isn’t just to help the planet, it’s to save money.
Saving Money Tops the List
The report, based on a survey of over 4,000 UK households, reveals that financial motivation has overtaken climate concern as the top reason for going green. More homeowners are turning to low carbon technologies like solar panels and heat pumps because they are seeing real, long term savings on their energy bills. Homeowners are also taking advantage of smart thermostats and home EV charging to increase their savings.
While many non-adopters (40%) still believe renewable systems are too expensivem the reality from existing users tells a different story. Among those who have already switched, over two-thirds report cheaper energy bills and more control, giving them peace of mind they are making a positive impact on the environment.
Solar Power: The UK’s Favourite Green Upgrade
Solar energy continues to lead the way as Britain’s most popular renewable home improvement, with over 1.5 million homes now reported to be generating their own free electricity. This surge highlights a simple truth – solar panels pay for themselves.
At SolarTherm UK, we’ve seen this first hand, with our customers consistently telling us that investing in solar has not only cut their energy bills, but also gives them a greater independence on their energy and long term protection from volatile grid electricity.
Myth vs Reality: What’s Really Holding People Back?
Despite the growing popularity of solar power, misconceptions still remain about cost and home suitability. The Hive report found that there is still confusion around the cost of solar installation. 40% of respondents said installation costs are too high, with 68% admitting they couldn’t estimate the actual cost, many believing prices were much higher than they are. Some respondents guessed that eight solar panels would cost around £25,000, when in reality the cost is significantly lower at around £5,500 to £7,500.
Many homeowners believe solar won’t work for them, developments in solar technology means systems are more flexible, efficient and adaptable, making solar accessible to more households than ever before.
Existing solar households are missing out on optimising their savings even further by changing to smart tariffs and installing battery storage to store surplus energy.
Make the Switch with SolarTherm UK
Every day at SolarTherm UK, we meet homeowners wanting to find money saving solutions for their rising energy bills. We provide them with clear, trustworthy information about the real costs and benefits.
Going green doesn’t have to mean going broke. With flexible finance options, modern solar technology and smart designing, more households can now enjoy lower bills and a smaller carbon footprint.
Whether you’re looking to install a money saving solar panel system or upgrade your existing system for battery storage, SolarTherm UK can help you find the most cost effective solution for your home.
Contact SolarTherm UK today for a free no obligation quote and design, tailored to your property, usage and future energy needs. No hard sell, just honest, expert advice.
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