We explore how solar panels can increase the value of your home and why investing in solar energy is a smart choice for homeowners looking to maximise their returns.

Solar power payoff: Could solar panels increase the value of your home?

In this blog, we'll discuss the pros and cons of solar energy and investigate whether solar panels are a worthwhile investment for your home.


Solar Panels: Are They Really Worth the Investment?

B&Q's Head of Sustainability Sam Dyer, chats to egg about how the UK's homeowners could be saving money (and the planet) with some small changes to their energy usage 

B&Q's Head of Sustainability shares her top energy saving tips

We've made solar panels and storage more accessible by breaking the cost down into monthly payments

egg extend 0% APR offering to Solar & Storage solutions

Our jargon-free guide is here to help you navigate the nitty gritty of owning an EV


Making the transition: A step-by-step guide to switching to an electric vehicle

We roundup your most frequently asked questions about installing Home EV Charging. Ready to park up and plug in?


Home EV charger installation: Frequently asked questions

5 Ways to go green

Once you've accepted our solar quote, we'll need some pictures and information to get cracking with your order! Read our quick how-to guide here to make sure there's no delays with your order.

How to complete your solar pre-install checks

Learn how to delete your Egg account via our Egg app or portal

Delete your Egg App account

Here's one you didn't think you could make!


Investments for our generation

3 Things you can do today to reduce your carbon footprint



One small step for man… 

Plus, a bigger step toward sustainability



5 Brilliant eco-friendly upcycle ideas for your home

Solar power simplified

How to have the (energy) talk with them 



Teaching our kids to care

3 Financial benefits of installing solar panels

Think you can't afford solar?

Egg's Super Sunny vs. Shade Optimised Solar Packages

Unveiling the Solar Showdown: Egg's Super Sunny vs. Shade Optimised Solar Packages

5 years after Steve had his solar and storage system installed, we’ve reached out to check how he is finding his green home and if it’s still beneficial during winter (spoiler: it is!).

How effective is solar in winter? We asked a customer

With energy prices on the rise, there’s never been a better time to consider adding solar panels to your home. We’re looking at some common misconceptions around solar panels to help you decide whether it could be the solution for you. 

Solar panel myth busting 

We're getting down to the nitty gritty of how much solar power do you actually need? Is it going to be worth your investment? Can you even install solar panels on your property? Find out here.

How much solar power do I need?

Find out what our customer, Matt, had to say about his PV solar panel system, and the impact it’s had on family life and their carbon footprint.

How much can solar panels reduce your reliance on the grid?

Is teaming up your solar panels with a home battery worth the investment? In short - yes. But what are the benefits of battery storage for renewable energy, and why should you install one?

Benefits of battery storage. 6 reasons why you should get a home battery

A home EV charger allows you to charge faster, cheaper and greener. It is also the safest way to charge your EV at home. Here we take you through our pre-installation checks to ensure you're always charging safely.

Home EV charger installation FAQs

Egg are delighted to announce our new partnership with Lookers Motor Group as they roll out electric vehicle charging infrastructure across their dealership network.

Lookers selects Egg to provide on-site EV charging

The RAC has selected Egg as its newest electric vehicle charging partner, helping its members to get set with home EV charging. 

Egg teams up with RAC to offer home EV chargers to members

We're keeping that range anxiety at bay. Here are some fun UK days out that are in the range of your EV on a single charge - there and back again.

Bank holiday road trips in your electric car 

Egg is teaming up with B&Q, the UK’s leading home improvement retailer, to help more customers install solar panels and power their homes more sustainably. 


Egg partners with B&Q to deliver home solar solutions

This International Women's Day 2023, we're celebrating our female CEO and every woman who works within renewable energy here at Egg. Read on to meet them!

Celebrating Women in the Workplace

What is the sign-up process for the Egg EV Charger Plan? We can break it down into just 5 steps and explain it all.

Egg’s step-by-step guide on how to get set with home EV charging

Etopia Homes has partnered with Egg, who will be fitting unique EV charging pre-enablement kits on each property of their new zero-carbon housing development, Juniper Place.

Egg partner with Project Etopia to deliver EV charging infrastructure to new residential properties

Once you're signed up to our Egg EV Charger Plan, you'll just need to complete a few pre-install checks. Read our quick how-to guide here, and avoid any nasty surprises on the day

How to complete your pre-install checks 

Egg are proud to have been been recognised as one of the most impactful companies to work for.

Egg wins Impact Fifty Award

Stay productive or entertained while your EV charges at home with these 5 ideas to make the most of your charging time.

Recharge while you charge: 5 Things you can do while you charge your car

Research has shown that electric vehicles are far more environmentally friendly than their petrol and diesel counterparts. Here's why.


Driving towards a greener tomorrow: The environmental benefits of electric vehicles

Cadent has recently invested in charging infrastructure at its newly built offices in Coventry and Wolverhampton, allowing employees with electric cars to conveniently charge up whilst at work. 

Cadent: Energising its workplaces to support staff with EV charging 

Electric vehicle lease company loveelectric has announced a partnership with clean energy solutions provider Egg to help UK customers install affordable home EV charge points.

loveelectric announces partnership with Egg

We're urging drivers to look beyond the road tax headline for electric vehicles and consider some of the other financial factors at play.

Drivers encouraged to research the financial benefits of EVs in wake of budget announcement

People who travel far for Christmas can be put off electric cars due to range anxiety. But this is how far an EV can travel on a single charge, to keep that range anxiety at bay...

Driving home for Christmas: the range of an EV on a single charge

By partnering with Roamler, Egg has found an innovative option where customers can outsource their home survey to accurately gather all the information needed prior to installing their EV charger.

Roamler partners with Egg: Fuss-free EV Charging

Once you're signed up for our Egg EV Charger Plan, you can select our fuss-free EV charger survey instead of completing your pre-install checks yourself. Read how to prepare for our trusted surveyors.

How to prepare for your fuss-free EV charger survey

We talk a lot about battery storage and how you can benefit. But what is it exactly? 

What is a battery storage system? (And other battery storage FAQs)

From how to repurpose your pumpkins to fun homemade Halloween decorations and crafts – this is to guide you through a sustainable spooky season.

How to make Halloween more sustainable

For World Cities Day, which of the UK’s cities are ready for the EV revolution and which are considered the 'greenest'?


World Cities Day: Is your city ready for electric vehicles?

Tethered or untethered? We’re breaking down the difference between tethered and untethered charging cables to help you in your decision.

Should I have a tethered charger or an untethered EV charger?

We're running through 10 more tips to help you make your fuel more efficient, to cut down carbon emissions and costs.

10 more tips to make your fuel more efficient

Clean Energy Solutions Provider Egg has won Best New Product or Service (Domestic) award at the EVIE Awards for its pay-monthly home EV charger. 

Egg wins Best New Product at the EVIE Awards

Carparison and Vanparison Leasing have partnered with Egg to create affordable home charging solutions for electric vehicle drivers.

Carparison and Vanparison Leasing partner with Egg

What does the energy price cap mean for EV charging and what can help your energy bills? 

The energy price cap: How is EV charging affected?

We’ve pulled together some petrol-saving tips for making your fuel more efficient.

10 tips for saving fuel to cut down carbon emissions and costs

You're required to have an isolator switch on your electrical system to ensure your EV charger install goes smoothly

Isolator Switch Electrical System Upgrades

Get a head start on everything EV with Egg's quick guide to electrifying your fleet

What you need to know before switching your fleet to electric

Here at Egg, we’ve made charging your electric car at home more affordable and accessible for all. 

Home EV charging just got more affordable. Pay monthly or upfront with Egg

Egg has seen incredible growth in solar panel enquiries because of recent UK heatwaves and rising energy costs, seeing an 830% rise from the same period last year. 

Heatwave and rising energy costs spur unprecedented demand for solar panels

We’re celebrating the third-ever World EV Day by busting 7 of the biggest myths out there to help you decide that you’re ready for your next car to be electric.

Busting the biggest EV myths on World EV Day

The government have been introducing Clean Air Zones to cities to help tackle greenhouse gas emissions. But what are they, how do they work, and how do we benefit?

What are Clean Air Zones and how do we benefit?

The number of EV charging points in the UK grows every month - and some are in the most scenic locations. From Devon to Glasgow, there are many public charging points to choose from. 

The most scenic UK EV charging locations for the Bank Holiday

The changes to smart charging regulations on 30th June 2022 and 30th December 2022 are to ensure all charge points meet smart functionality and safety requirements.

Changes to smart charging regulations

Back in 2020, Barratt Developments announced that by 2030 all their new builds will be zero-carbon homes – and the Zed House, their flagship concept house, is their first step in achieving that.

Meet the house of the future. Barratt Homes’ green and sustainable zero-carbon home 

You may have some question marks over the costs of installing and running a home charger. Lucky for you, we know a thing or two about home charging. Our handy guide will take you through what’s involved. 


Installing your electric vehicle charger at home

Whether you’re switching or you’ve just invested in an electric vehicle, you’re bound to have a few burning questions including what kind of charger you will need to charge your car. Here's everything you need to know. 

Do all electric vehicle chargers fit all cars?

From June 2022 all new homes with off-street parking and those undergoing major renovation must now provide EV charging facilities for residents. Find out more about how Egg can partner with you to meet the sustainability requirements of new sites.

Building regulations in England are changing with new requirements for EV charging

Transitioning from fuel to electric might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. If it’s your first time, here's a few things you need to know before switching. 


What you need to know before switching to electric

Want to be the talk of the town with your eco-friendly ride? We’re here to tell you everything you need to know about leasing your EV. 

Can I lease an electric vehicle? 

If you’re thinking about owning an EV, or you already own one, you might be wondering if your car needs a particular compatible charger. Let’s find out.

Does my Tesla car need a Tesla charger?

EVs are becoming more accessible and more public charging points are popping up every day.  So let’s dive deeper into the environmental impact of switching to an EV.

What environmental impact could it have if everyone switched to an EV?

With the government recently taking steps to make clean energy accessible to a broader audience, could now be the right time to invest? 

The government slashes VAT on solar; is now the time to pin down the panels? 

Hybrid and plug-in hybrid - you’ve probably heard these terms before. But what exactly do they mean? We’re here to take you through your options and break down the technical jargon. 

Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid: what's the difference?

It's Earth Day and here at Egg, we’re passionate about both big and small ways to positively impact the planet. So here are 7 simple ways you can do just that.

7 steps to a more sustainable household 

Are you considering making the leap to an EV? Our guide will help you get your head around everything you need to know about the cost of running an EV. 

The cost of running an electric car

The electric vehicle home charging scheme is coming to an end on 31st March 2022. Here's what you can do if you weren’t able to take advantage of the scheme

What to do if you’ve missed the electric vehicle home charging scheme

At Egg, we spend plenty of time singing the praises of solar panels, but what are the key advantages to anyone with an interest in solar technology? 


Advantages of solar panels 

How to charge an EV at home is one of the questions we get asked most regularly. So, we've broken down how it works, how much it costs, the installation process and the main differences between charging at home and on the road. 

Everything you need to know about charging your EV at home 

Head feeling scrambled? We know the world of EVs and renewables can be pretty overwhelming, and that’s really not very on-brand for us here at Egg. So we’ve compiled a jargon buster for you, explaining all the terms that you may find useful to know in your transition to clean energy.

Electric vehicle jargon buster 

New renewable energy brand Egg has launched the UK’s first subscription-based charging
service for electric vehicles, offering EV drivers a new way to pay

UK’s first subscription-based home charging service

Here’s a quick breakdown of the schemes currently available. But hurry, some are coming to an end soon. Don’t miss out.

What government grants are available for electric vehicles? 

Got questions about charging your EV on the street or on the go? Don’t worry, we’ll be answering all your burning questions so you’re not left in the dark.


Your guide to on-street EV charging 

Egg becomes the second company in the renewable energy sector to be launched by Liberty Global, offering a range of renewable energy solutions including their EV Charger Plan. 

Liberty Global launches new venture: Egg 

Want to know your BEV from your PHEV? Our quick guide to electric vehicles and charging is here to help you wrap your head around the world of sustainable transport

Your guide to EV charging 

We’ll admit back in the early Egg days, making the switch to an electric vehicle wasn’t such a smooth process.  Now there are plenty of super reasons to make your next car an EV, here’s just 10 of them

10 reasons to switch to an EV today

In the last few years, Egg has been brought in to take a closer look at Hazel Court's underperforming solar photovoltaic (PV) system. Find out how our specialist team have been on hand to help.


Transforming solar PV system output at Hazel Court Eco Depot 

With one of the largest electric bus services in the UK, City of York Council partnered with our experts here at Egg to help power the city’s fleet

City of York: Transforming public transport, tackling air pollution.

Recently retrofitting his victorian terrace house with vertical solar panels and Tesla powerwall, Phil Bixby has shown us what the future of carbon zero living could look like.

A very unique solar solution for architect Phil Bixby

If you’re wondering if you’re eligible for financial support for EV charging, take a look at our OZEV overview to find out.

OZEV Workplace Grant Updates

Find out how our team at Egg have supported Swindon Borough Council with destination EV charging, enabling their drivers to go green

Swindon Borough Council support growing, low carbon economy

So, you’ve completed your pre-installation checks. But first, let’s make sure you know exactly what to expect when our team of installers arrive at your home

Things you should know before your installation

We’re delighted to have been shortlisted for the ‘Charging and Refuelling Infrastructure Provider of the Year’ at the GREENFLEET Awards 2021 for the second year in a row.

We’re GREENFLEET Awards finalists for the second year running

Asda Stevenage superstore has just given their customers one more reason to shop, with the installation of 3 new charging stations

ASDA EV charging trial goes live at Stevenage store

If you ever face a problem with your charger, our handy guide can help get you back up and charging again in no time

What do the lights on my charger mean? 

We’re excited to share that we’re the winners of the Residential Solar and Storage Project of the Year, at the Solar & Storage Live Awards 2021.

Solar and Storage Live Award Winners 2021

Take a look at how UK cities are embracing sustainable transport and discover some exciting projects we have been a part of here at team Egg 

Cities embracing sustainable transport

Vehicle to grid chargers are now up and running in Corby Council. Team Egg are thrilled to be part of the installation as part of an exciting E-Flex co-innovation project. 

Vehicle to grid charging in Corby Council

Completed our green home survey? Great!
Discover how to get started making those home improvements that can save you money, and the planet.

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