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‘Everything is energy and that’s all there is to it. Energy cannot be created or destroyed, it can only be changed from one form to another.’

Albert Einstein

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‘Everything is energy and that’s all there is to it. Energy cannot be created or destroyed, it can only be changed from one form to another.’

Albert Einstein

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Is it worth getting Solar Panels in the UK? 705 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Is it worth getting Solar Panels in the UK?

Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in the UK? With energy prices continuing to rise and sustainability high on the national agenda, more and more UK homeowners are looking to…

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Case Study: Fixing a Poor Solar PV GSE (In-Roof System) Installation 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study: Fixing a Poor Solar PV GSE (In-Roof System) Installation

      The Problem A homeowner in Stratford Upon Avon had a solar System with a GSE integrated tray solution installed by a previous contractor. Shortly after the installation,…

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Case Study: Navigating the clash between Britmet Roofing and MCS Requirements 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study: Navigating the clash between Britmet Roofing and MCS Requirements

    Project Overview A recent solar PV installation on a small commercial building presented our team with a unique and complex challenge. The objective was to install 42 solar…

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Why are Energy Prices so High? 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Why are Energy Prices so High?

The energy price cap is determined by the energy industry regulator, Ofgem and the cap sets a maximum price that energy suppliers can charge customers for each kilowatt hour (kWh)…

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Aiko 470 W Gen 3 Solar Panels vs Traditional Panels 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Aiko 470 W Gen 3 Solar Panels vs Traditional Panels

At Elektra Smart Energy, we’re always evaluating breakthroughs that make solar systems more efficient, reliable, and visually appealing. When it comes to solar energy, not all panels are created equal.…

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Case Study – Improper Integration of Single-Phase Battery Inverter in a Three-Phase Domestic System 1200 1600 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Improper Integration of Single-Phase Battery Inverter in a Three-Phase Domestic System

  Case Study–Improper Integration of Single-Phase Battery Inverter in a Three-Phase Domestic System Client: Domestic Homeowner Overview In the evolving domestic renewable energy market, an increasing number of households are…

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Case Study – Reviving a dormant GivEnergy battery Installation 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Reviving a dormant GivEnergy battery Installation

  Case Study- Reviving a Dormant GivEnergy Battery Installation Client: Domestic HomeownerLocation: WhichfordSystem Type: GivEnergy Hybrid Inverter & Battery StorageInstallation Date: June 2023Issue Reported: Battery not charging or discharging Background…

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Case Study – Beware of Cowboy Installers 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Beware of Cowboy Installers

  Why it’s important to beware of Cowboy Installers – A real life example from Warwick. Client Name: Mr James N.Location: WarwickDate of Quote: March 2025Proposed System: 7 x 455W…

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Maintaining your Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System 225 300 Elektra Smart Energy

Maintaining your Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System

  Maintaining a solar photovoltaic (PV) system is crucial for ensuring its longevity, efficiency, and reliability. Proper maintenance extends the lifespan of the system and also maximizes energy production therefore…

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Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) Scheme 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) Scheme

    Energy Company Obligation (ECO4)Scheme   Energy Company Obligation ECO4 Scheme is the latest phase of the ongoing government scheme to support low-income households by funding energy-efficient upgrades to homes,…

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Solar PV and EV Charger Integration 560 745 Elektra Smart Energy

Solar PV and EV Charger Integration

    Solar PV and EV Charger Integration    By Choosing a  Solar PV (photovoltaic) and  EV (electric vehicle) Charger and inverter from the same manufacturer (Integration) brings several advantages,…

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Case Study – Impressive SolarEdge Solar PV System and EV charger 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Impressive SolarEdge Solar PV System and EV charger

  Impressive SolarEdge Solar PV System and EV charger I would like to share with you our experience on one of our projects that was a Particularly impressive outcome.  We…

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Solar Savvy: Is Your Roof a Good Candidate for Solar Panels? 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Solar Savvy: Is Your Roof a Good Candidate for Solar Panels?

Solar panels are gaining popularity as homeowners seek out more ways to lower their energy expenses and environmental effect. Here are a few factors to consider: Age: One thing to…

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Electrifying the Future with Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Electrifying the Future with Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide

Table of Contents Introduction to Electric Vehicles (EVs) The Rise of Electric Mobility The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift towards electric mobility, driven by environmental concerns and advancements…

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Empowering Your Home with Solar Energy Solutions: A Comprehensive Guide 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Empowering Your Home with Solar Energy Solutions: A Comprehensive Guide

Table of Contents Introduction to Renewable Energy Solutions for Homes Reducing Your Carbon Footprint With Renewable Energy Renewable energy in homes, such as solar panels, significantly reduces carbon footprint by…

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Why are Energy Prices so High? 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Why are Energy Prices so High?

The energy price cap is determined by the energy industry regulator, Ofgem and the cap sets a maximum price that energy suppliers can charge customers for each kilowatt hour (kWh)…

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Latest from the blog

  • All
  • Battery
  • EV charger
  • Solar panels
  • Case studies
Is it worth getting Solar Panels in the UK? 705 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Is it worth getting Solar Panels in the UK?

Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in the UK? With energy prices continuing to rise and sustainability high on the national agenda, more and more UK homeowners are looking to…

read more
Case Study: Fixing a Poor Solar PV GSE (In-Roof System) Installation 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study: Fixing a Poor Solar PV GSE (In-Roof System) Installation

      The Problem A homeowner in Stratford Upon Avon had a solar System with a GSE integrated tray solution installed by a previous contractor. Shortly after the installation,…

read more
Case Study: Navigating the clash between Britmet Roofing and MCS Requirements 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study: Navigating the clash between Britmet Roofing and MCS Requirements

    Project Overview A recent solar PV installation on a small commercial building presented our team with a unique and complex challenge. The objective was to install 42 solar…

read more
Why are Energy Prices so High? 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Why are Energy Prices so High?

The energy price cap is determined by the energy industry regulator, Ofgem and the cap sets a maximum price that energy suppliers can charge customers for each kilowatt hour (kWh)…

read more
Aiko 470 W Gen 3 Solar Panels vs Traditional Panels 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Aiko 470 W Gen 3 Solar Panels vs Traditional Panels

At Elektra Smart Energy, we’re always evaluating breakthroughs that make solar systems more efficient, reliable, and visually appealing. When it comes to solar energy, not all panels are created equal.…

read more
Case Study – Improper Integration of Single-Phase Battery Inverter in a Three-Phase Domestic System 1200 1600 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Improper Integration of Single-Phase Battery Inverter in a Three-Phase Domestic System

  Case Study–Improper Integration of Single-Phase Battery Inverter in a Three-Phase Domestic System Client: Domestic Homeowner Overview In the evolving domestic renewable energy market, an increasing number of households are…

read more
Case Study – Reviving a dormant GivEnergy battery Installation 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Reviving a dormant GivEnergy battery Installation

  Case Study- Reviving a Dormant GivEnergy Battery Installation Client: Domestic HomeownerLocation: WhichfordSystem Type: GivEnergy Hybrid Inverter & Battery StorageInstallation Date: June 2023Issue Reported: Battery not charging or discharging Background…

read more
Case Study – Beware of Cowboy Installers 768 1024 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Beware of Cowboy Installers

  Why it’s important to beware of Cowboy Installers – A real life example from Warwick. Client Name: Mr James N.Location: WarwickDate of Quote: March 2025Proposed System: 7 x 455W…

read more
Maintaining your Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System 225 300 Elektra Smart Energy

Maintaining your Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System

  Maintaining a solar photovoltaic (PV) system is crucial for ensuring its longevity, efficiency, and reliability. Proper maintenance extends the lifespan of the system and also maximizes energy production therefore…

read more
Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) Scheme 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) Scheme

    Energy Company Obligation (ECO4)Scheme   Energy Company Obligation ECO4 Scheme is the latest phase of the ongoing government scheme to support low-income households by funding energy-efficient upgrades to homes,…

read more
Solar PV and EV Charger Integration 560 745 Elektra Smart Energy

Solar PV and EV Charger Integration

    Solar PV and EV Charger Integration    By Choosing a  Solar PV (photovoltaic) and  EV (electric vehicle) Charger and inverter from the same manufacturer (Integration) brings several advantages,…

read more
Case Study – Impressive SolarEdge Solar PV System and EV charger 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Case Study – Impressive SolarEdge Solar PV System and EV charger

  Impressive SolarEdge Solar PV System and EV charger I would like to share with you our experience on one of our projects that was a Particularly impressive outcome.  We…

read more
Solar Savvy: Is Your Roof a Good Candidate for Solar Panels? 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Solar Savvy: Is Your Roof a Good Candidate for Solar Panels?

Solar panels are gaining popularity as homeowners seek out more ways to lower their energy expenses and environmental effect. Here are a few factors to consider: Age: One thing to…

read more
Electrifying the Future with Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Electrifying the Future with Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide

Table of Contents Introduction to Electric Vehicles (EVs) The Rise of Electric Mobility The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift towards electric mobility, driven by environmental concerns and advancements…

read more
Empowering Your Home with Solar Energy Solutions: A Comprehensive Guide 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Empowering Your Home with Solar Energy Solutions: A Comprehensive Guide

Table of Contents Introduction to Renewable Energy Solutions for Homes Reducing Your Carbon Footprint With Renewable Energy Renewable energy in homes, such as solar panels, significantly reduces carbon footprint by…

read more
Why are Energy Prices so High? 560 747 Elektra Smart Energy

Why are Energy Prices so High?

The energy price cap is determined by the energy industry regulator, Ofgem and the cap sets a maximum price that energy suppliers can charge customers for each kilowatt hour (kWh)…

read more
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