Record growth in renewable installations reported for January

January 2025 marked a record month for renewable energy installations in the UK, with a total of 23,021 systems certified, representing a 26% increase over the same month last year, according to the latest data from the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).

The surge in installations was driven primarily by a significant rise in battery storage systems, which achieved their highest monthly figures to date. Over 2,600 battery storage installations were recorded, reflecting a 176% increase compared to January 2024. This growth is attributed to the expanding network of certified battery storage installers, which has now surpassed 2,000.

Heat pump installations also saw a notable rise, with 4,902 units installed in January, marking a 21% increase from January 2024. This brings the total number of certified heat pump installations in the UK to 280,992 as of the end of January 2025. This upward trend indicates a growing interest among homeowners in transitioning to low-carbon heating solutions.

The MCS Data Dashboard serves as the most comprehensive source of information regarding the uptake of small-scale renewable technologies in the UK. For those interested in tracking near-real-time updates on renewable installations, free registration for The MCS Data Dashboard is available.