Sunsave Blog

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Energy bills
5 min read

The April 2025 price cap: why is it increasing?

Here's what's happening to the energy price cap in April 2025, what it means for your household energy bills, and what factors have caused it to change.

Charlie ClissittCharlie Clissitt
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Renewable energy
8 min read

18 facts about renewable energy

Explore our rundown of 18 fascinating facts about renewable energy, including a bit of Victorian history, Brazil's big achievements, and some ingenious jellyfish developments.

Melody AbeniMelody Abeni
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Renewable energy
8 min read

The 5 steps to creating a modern eco home

We run through the five key steps to transforming your property into an eco home, including switching to solar and upgrading your insulation.

Melody AbeniMelody Abeni
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Renewable energy
9 min read

How can I generate my own electricity?

Discover the four best ways to produce your own electricity at home, including typical requirements, costs, and potential energy bill savings.

Melody AbeniMelody Abeni
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Energy bills
7 min read

Why is electricity so expensive?

Learn about why electricity costs so much in the UK, why it's much more expensive than gas, and what the future holds.

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Customer stories
5 min read

Customer story: Dorina

Dorina and her family live in Bristol, and she signed up to Sunsave Plus in March 2025. We chatted to her about going solar, combining it with Hive, and how much she’s saving on her energy bills.

Josh JackmanJosh Jackman
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Renewable energy
9 min read

How much of the UK’s energy is renewable?

Learn about the contribution of renewable energy to the UK's electricity mix, what the key sources are, and what the future holds.

Melody AbeniMelody Abeni