Plug-in Solar Goes Legal: UK's Balcony Power Plants Hit the Shelves

Plug-in solar panels are officially legal and on sale in the UK for the first time. The DIY systems, already popular across mainland Europe, can now be purchased from major retailers including Argos, Amazon, Currys, B&Q, and Screwfix. Prices start from £400-£500 for 800W setups, with UKSOL kits already in stock at Argos from £599 for a 515W system. British Gas is amplifying the launch with a competition to give away 30 plug-in units worth £500 each. The energy...