"The Iran war has once again shown our drive for clean power is essential for our energy security so we can escape the grip of fossil fuel markets we don't control."
"It's going to give clarity to the UK market, installers, builders, manufacturers, that there's a significant market that's there."
Developers in England must install solar panels and heat pumps in all new homes by 2028, eliminating gas network connections. Plug-in solar panels for balconies will soon be available in supermarkets. The energy secretary emphasized the importance of clean power for energy security, especially highlighted by the Iran war. The energy industry supports these measures, providing certainty for investments in green technology. However, developers express concerns about the scale of solar requirements. Homes with batteries could see increased savings, but the government did not mandate their inclusion.
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