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Gryd’s Council Housing Solar Rankings 2026: Which Regions Are Leading and Which Are Falling Behind?
Gryd has launched the Gryd Council Housing Solar Index, a new industry benchmark of council solar deployment across the UK. Discover which regions are leading and lagging behind.
Danielle Todd13 July 2026
Solar has never been more popular. So why do solar farms keep getting rejected?
Solar enjoys 86% public support in the UK, yet the proposed Lime Down farm in Wiltshire drew nearly 5,000 objections. The same 500MW could sit on around 100,000 rooftops instead, generating power where people use it: no lost farmland, less grid congestion, lower bills from day one. There is another way to build 500MW, and it starts on the roof.
Scott Whiteside25 June 2026
The Complete Guide to Funded Solar and Storage for New-Build Homes (2026)
The Future Homes Standard makes solar unavoidable for new-build homes. This guide compares every route available to UK house builders for delivering solar and battery systems, from zero-CAPEX subscriptions and private-wire microgrids to energy supplier tariff partnerships, government schemes, and self-funding. Find the right model for your development.
Scott Whiteside5 May 2026
SAP Scores vs Real Energy Use: Why Developers Are Missing Half the Picture
SAP scores don’t account for total energy use in new homes. Learn why UK housebuilders must consider real demand and how solar can better support it.
Hugo Radford22 April 2026
The Future Homes Standard: How to Differentiate When Everyone Must Comply
The Future Homes Standard means every new home in England must include on-site renewable generation and low-carbon heating, from 2028. When compliance is universal, the question for developers shifts from whether to build sustainably to how to stand out.
Danielle Todd25 March 2026
The Future Homes Standard is Published — Here’s the Confirmed Timeline for Implementation
The Future Homes Standard comes into force on 24 March 2027, with a 12-month transition deadline of 24 March 2028. Here is a practical breakdown of the confirmed implementation timeline, the HEM/SAP crossover, and what developers should be doing right now.
Scott Whiteside24 March 2026
Future Homes Standard: How to Calculate How Much Solar You Need
On-site renewables is now a functional requirement for every new home in England. This guide breaks down the confirmed sizing formula from Approved Document L 2026 and explains why designing beyond the minimum is essential.
Scott Whiteside24 March 2026
Future Homes Standard: What It Means For UK Housebuilders – And A Closer Look At The Solar Mandate
Future Homes Standard explained for UK housebuilders. Learn how solar panels, heat pumps and battery storage will shape new build homes – and how to prepare for 2027 requirements.
Scott Whiteside19 March 2026
Why Solar Matters for the Future of Affordable Housing
For local authorities and housing associations delivering affordable developments, the expectations are rising just as build costs, regulation and financing requirements tighten.
Danielle Todd17 February 2026
Breaking the Green Premium: Why It’s Holding Back Affordable, Competitive Homes
Energy efficiency and renewable features are fast becoming must-haves in new homes. They cut bills, improve sustainability, and boost a property’s long-term value. But the
Danielle Todd6 November 2025
Building for Tomorrow: Gryd & Shoosmiths’ Future Homes Standard Industry Briefing
Gryd and Shoosmiths co-hosted a private industry briefing in October focused on the upcoming Future Homes Standard and what it means for low-carbon, all-electric new-build homes in the UK.
Danielle Todd24 October 2025
Rising Energy Demand: Why New-Build Homes Need Bigger Solar Systems
EVs, heat pumps and connected devices are driving record demand for electricity, yet most new-builds still get tiny solar systems that barely make a dent. To future-proof homes and protect residents from rising bills, solar needs to be sized for what’s coming — not what’s already outdated.
Hugo Radford19 September 2025
Best Roof Types for Solar Panels: A Guide for UK Housebuilders
With rooftop solar about to become mandatory, solar-ready roofs are a must. This guide breaks down roof types, design tips, and system choices to help you integrate solar effectively into your developments.
Scott Whiteside6 August 2025
Integrating Solar and Heat Pumps in New Builds: A Guide for Housebuilders
As heat pumps replace gas, solar is the perfect partner. This guide explores how pairing ASHPs with smart solar systems can cut energy costs, manage SAP performance, and boost home efficiency.
Scott Whiteside30 July 2025
How Solar Helps Housebuilders Meet EPC Targets
The UK housing market has never been more focused on energy efficiency. Buyers increasingly want homes with lower running costs and greater energy independence. Lenders
Danielle Todd23 July 2025
What Is Gryd? The Solar Subscription Changing How New Homes Are Powered in the UK
The homes of tomorrow start with solar today. Learn how Gryd’s solar subscription model is making clean energy simple, accessible, and seamlessly built into new homes – no upfront cost, no added complexity.
Scott Whiteside16 July 2025
Solar Panel Maintenance and Replacement Costs: What Builders and Buyers Should Know
What’s the real cost of solar ownership? This guide breaks down UK solar panel maintenance and replacement costs – and compares leasing vs ownership to help builders and buyers plan for the long term.
Danielle Todd9 July 2025
Do You Need a Solar Battery? Benefits for New Build Homes
Rooftop solar is becoming mandatory – so what’s next? Discover how home batteries unlock energy independence, bigger savings, and long-term resilience – and how Gryd makes it simple, with no upfront cost.
Hugo Radford2 July 2025
How Onsite Battery Storage Can Solve Grid Constraints and Improve Project Viability
Facing grid constraints on your new build projects? Learn how on-site solar and batteries can cut connection costs, boost viability, and meet low-carbon planning goals – without waiting on grid upgrades.
Scott Whiteside25 June 2025
Solar Providers Compared: Gryd vs Zero Bills vs SNRG
Navigating solar options for new builds? This guide compares Gryd, Zero Bills, and microgrid solutions like SNRG – breaking down costs, ownership models, and resale impact – to help you choose the right fit for your project and buyers.
Scott Whiteside18 June 2025
A Simple Guide to Solar Leases: How They Work and Why They’re Growing
A new solar model is changing the game. Learn how Gryd’s modern solar lease makes it easy to future-proof homes, cut carbon, and fight fuel poverty – without upfront costs or maintenance hassle.
Danielle Todd11 June 2025
Mandatory Solar Panels in New Homes: What Housebuilders Need to Know About the 2027 Solar Requirement
Mandatory solar is coming by 2027. With the Future Homes Standard on the horizon, learn how fully funded solar solutions can help you stay compliant, meet buyer demand, and boost project viability – without the upfront cost.
Scott Whiteside4 June 2025
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