LONDON, April 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news:

* 27,000 solar installations completed in March2026-the highest monthlydeployment of solar in over a decade * The surge was drivenmainly byrooftop solar, withtwo-thirdsofinstallations being new solar panels on homes * Total solarcapacityacross the UK surpassed2 million installations- across solar farms androoftops-for the first time ever in March 2026

Households across the UK are embracing solar power as the government accelerates its clean power mission to reduceBritain'sexposure to volatile fossil fuel markets following theoutbreak of thewar in Iran.

New government data published today shows that more than 27,000 solar installations were completed in March 2026-the highest monthly total since 2012-bringing the total number of solar installations across the UK to more than two million for the first time.

Solar capacity increased by 11.7% over the past year, adding 2.3 GW of clean,homegrownelectricityto Britain'senergymix.This growth means more British renewable power is being generated domestically, helping toprotectfamilies and businesses from international gas price shocks.

The record growth comes as the government steps up investment in solar power across homes,schoolsand communities to deliver its clean power mission and help cut energy bills. This includes:

* consentingSpringwell Solar Farm, the largest power-producing solar farm in UKhistory * drivingforward with the rollout of 'plug-in' solar panels (low-cost panels that families can put on their balconies or outdoor space) to be availableinshopswithin months and save people money on their bills * ensuringsolar panels are fitted on new homesin Englandas standard

Thismonthsaw a new record for solar generation, with National Energy System Operator data showing solar output passing 15 GW for the first time on Britain's electricity system, underlining the pace at which clean,homegrownpower is being rolled out.

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said:

The numbers speak for themselves - the highest monthly installation of solar in over a decade, rising capacity and more than 2 million solar installations now powering homes across Britain.

This is our clean energy mission in action - helpingfamiliesweather global energy shocks, bringing bills down, and getting Britain off the fossil fuel rollercoaster.

These installations build on the success of Great British Energy's solar scheme, with the government backing the company to support a further 100 schools and colleges with rooftop solar installations this year.

In addition, subject to final approvals, the government is providing an extra £100 million for the Social Housing Fund, helping deliver up to 57,000 solar installations for households during thisfinancial year.

Notes to editors

See Solar photovoltaics deployment.

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