Council promotes solar energy offer for Lincolnshire households
Householders are invited by Lincolnshire County Council to grab a tailored sunshine energy deal for your home through the Switch Together scheme available for the rest of July.
The council says that with registration closing on Friday 24 July now is the time to take action.
Switch Together is a partnership between Lincolnshire County Council and domestic solar supplier iChoosr. It’s designed to help private households buy solar technology at a competitive price without having to navigate the market alone. Thousands of people have already registered, and there’s no commitment needed just to see what’s available for your home.
The idea is households across the county register, their locations are pooled together, and iChoosr uses that collective interest to negotiate prices for the necessary kit. By bringing people together, the scheme uses group buying power to secure better rates from trusted solar panel providers. It takes the guesswork out of trying to find a decent solar deal on your own and gives residents a clearer, more confident route into renewable energy.
The council says the scheme gives homeowners the chance to invest in solar panels and battery storage, with optional EV charge points. There’s also the option of retrofit battery storage for anyone who already has solar panels and wants to make better use of the energy they generate.
To get involved, register for free online, there’s no obligation, and the more people who register, the better the deal for each household.
Approved solar installers then bid for the work in a reverse auction. The most competitive offer wins.
You’ll receive a personal outline of what’s on offer based on your registration details, including costs and specifics of your installation.
There’s a four-week period where you can accept the recommendation or walk away. No obligation either way.
The scheme also covers battery storage to save unused energy generated by your panels, meaning you can use that energy any time of day or night. There’s even the possibility of earning money from unused solar power by exporting it back to the grid.
Coun Danny Brookes, Executive member for Environment at LCC, said: “It’s fantastic that so many people have already signed up to see what Switch Together can offer.
“With the deadline on July 24, I’d encourage anyone who’s been thinking about solar to register and get the information.
“Buying solar privately can be a bit of a maze, but this scheme makes it much more straightforward. You get a clear proposal, good quality systems and competitive prices, and you’re free to walk away if it’s not for you.
“We’re supporting Switch Together because it gives Lincolnshire homeowners a simple, reliable way to explore solar.”
To explore options and register, visit: switchtogether.co.uk