Self-build 15 Apr 2026
Passive House meets FHS: the easy 1% upgrade for self-builders
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Insights & news
What's happening in UK new-build solar
Long-form analysis on the Future Homes Standard rollout, Part L 2026 interpretation, BIPV trends, MMC integration and architect coordination — organised by topic below.
Regulation
3 articles
Regulation 24 Jun 2026 • 6 min read
Are Solar Panels Mandatory on New Builds? (2027 Rules)
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Regulation 12 Jun 2026 • 6 min read
Midlands Developers: FHS Solar Supply Chains in 2026
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Regulation 12 May 2026 • 8 min read
2026 FHS final regulations: what changed from consultation
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Construction
3 articles Construction 14 May 2026 • 7 min read
New build vs retrofit solar: why the build phase matters
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Construction 21 Apr 2026 • 7 min read
Timber frame and FHS: the natural compliance pathway
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Construction 08 May 2026 • 6 min read
Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and solar PV under FHS
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Tariffs 01 Apr 2026
Solar export tariffs in 2026: Octopus, OVO, EDF and Bulb successor compared
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Infrastructure 17 Mar 2026
Grid connection delays: how DNOs are responding to FHS demand
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Roofing 03 Mar 2026
Flat roofs and FHS: in-roof, ballasted or BIPV?
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FHS in force from 24 March 2027
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