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Solar electricity

Solar electricity systems capture the sun's energy using photovoltaic (PV) cells.
Find out all about installing solar panels and generating your own electricity from the sun's rays.

 

John Digby-Anderson

Servite Trust

Michael Solomon

A PV installation in the Pennines

Pearl and Peter Norman

Bob Weller

Nigel Dodman

Pitsea Swimming Pool

Mr and Mrs Mount

Martin and Frankie Fry

First Step, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne

Rotherhithe Youth Hostel, London

 

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