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Plug-in solar panels are coming to a shop near you
Developing
British Gas said plug-in panels won't solely power a home but can "meaningfully reduce how much electricity you need to buy during the daytime". It also said households should never connect one through an extension lead, cable reel or plug-in adaptor, as these can overheat.
Consumer safety charity Electrical Safety First said buyers should stick to established retailers and their own websites rather than third-party sellers on online marketplaces. Government tests found sample systems could operate with no unacceptable heating or unsafe energy flows.
Tools may be needed but professional installation isn't required.
What's confirmed
What's still developing
- British Gas said plug-in panels won't solely power a home but can "meaningfully reduce how much electricity you need to buy during the daytime".
- Government tests found sample systems could operate with no unacceptable heating or unsafe energy flows.
- Consumer safety charity Electrical Safety First said buyers should stick to established retailers and their own websites rather than third-party sellers on online marketplaces.
- It also said households should never connect one through an extension lead, cable reel or plug-in adaptor, as these can overheat.
- Tools may be needed but professional installation isn't required.
Sources
- BBC — source text fetched for this pass link