Firm plans to install solar panels on 500 homes monthly
Utilita Energy has announced plans to form a nationwide taskforce capable of installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on 500 homes each month, as part of its commitment to the UK’s Rooftop Revolution. The initiative, led by founder and CEO Bill Bullen, is supported by a new advertising campaign encouraging households to ‘Look up’ and participate in the solar movement.
Building on the firm’s expertise in implementing low carbon technologies – with 92% of its customers equipped with smart meters, compared to the 65% industry average – the company says it will use this experience to implement solar installations efficiently.
Utilita Home will offer households a straightforward, transparent online quote in just one minute, a complimentary site survey, and installation within 4-6 weeks. Customers can also enhance their systems with a solar battery solution and EV charger, further reducing their reliance on the grid.
The customer join journey includes a virtual solar survey within two working days, providing tailored home designs, including in-roof solar and flat roof installations. For reassurance and support, households are assigned a Home Energy Consultant indefinitely.
The company is also calling for mandatory solar panels on all new homes and a streamlined connection process.
Utilita CEO, Bill Bullen, comments:
“The government has set out its plans to triple solar power generation in the UK by 2030, and we are eager to lead this transformative journey. Rooftop solar is central to Clean Power 2030 and delivery of local, low-cost decarbonisation, reducing household energy spend, and is the most efficient way to ease the burden on the National Grid.
“With the cost of electricity for UK households set to rise again in April, solar PV generation has never been more cost-effective. Panel efficiency has dramatically improved over the last decade, while the price of panels has reduced, meaning the overall return on investment is better than ever. It’s encouraging that there are discussions around how the government can support solar PV as part of its Warm Homes Plan. To maximise the impact, it’s imperative that consumers can access batteries as part of any scheme. It is equally important that solar PV be mandated on all new builds as part of the Future Homes Standard.
“I’m also a strong advocate for streamlining the connection process and enforcing strict service level agreements, focusing particularly on reducing the approval time by Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). Simplifying this procedure would expedite the adoption of solar PV, enabling households to make investment decisions swiftly and enjoy both financial and environmental benefits without delay.”
Utilita is currently undergoing a multi-million-pound investment round. This capital injection is set to significantly boost the company’s solar PV installation capacity, scaling up to 500 homes per month by the end of 2026.
