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Solar in Cowbridge: Heritage vs. High Efficiency? Teaser: Living in one of the Vale’s 38 conservation areas doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the 2026 solar revolution. From Cowbridge market town to the village of St Hilary, we’ve mastered the art of "sympathetic" solar design that planners love. Discover the exact specs—from all-black panels to integrated bird boxes—that make heritage solar a reality

The UK Government recently made waves with the launch of the Warm Homes Plan , a massive £15 billion  initiative designed to upgrade five million homes, slash energy bills, and tackle fuel poverty across the country. For our readers in Wales, the news that Warm Homes: Local Grant  is now operational in England might look like a case of "the grass is greener.". However, there is a lot more to the story. This scheme is essentially expanding a "whole-house" model that we have be

Myth Vs Reality: Does Solar Work in South Wales Have you ever wondered if solar panels actually work in rainy South Wales? The answer is a big YES!  Here is the simple truth about how we turn daylight into "pocket money" for your family. 1. Solar Panels Love Light, Not Heat One of the biggest secrets about solar is that panels don't need a "hot" day to work; they just need UV rays . These are the same rays that give you a suntan even on a cloudy day! Clouds and Rain:  Even wh