OpenSolar Blog
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Your Vote Matters! Your Feedback & What We’re Doing About It
Your feedback plays a big role in what we build at OpenSolar. Here’s a look at some of the features we’ve recently released, what we’re working on next, and a new way you’ll soon be able to vote directly on what we prioritise next.
Battling British Weather: How to Protect Solar Batteries and Inverters from Damage
As solar and battery adoption grows across the UK, protecting systems from harsh weather, tampering, and long-term wear is becoming increasingly important. Learn how installers can future-proof solar batteries and inverters for safer, more durable performance.
How Scalable Battery Systems Support Long-Term Energy Needs
As energy needs continue to evolve, scalable battery systems are becoming increasingly important for long-term flexibility and resilience. Explore how modular storage solutions, including the Fox ESS CQ7, can help support growing energy demands and future-ready solar projects.
How UK Solar Professionals Can Use the Finance Marketplace to Close More Deals
The OpenSolar Finance Marketplace helps UK solar installers give homeowners flexible payment options directly within their proposal experience. Learn how built-in financing can help make solar more accessible and support more customers in moving forward.
From Generation to Optimisation: Maximising Solar Value with Heat Pumps and Smart Load Control
Solar installers are increasingly focused on helping households maximise self-consumption and reduce grid reliance. Explore how heat pumps and smart load control are transforming hot water into a solar-optimised asset, helping deliver smarter and higher-value home energy solutions.
Introducing Imagery Marketplace: Better Imagery When the Job Calls for It
Buy premium imagery inside OpenSolar when a project needs it. Use MetroMap or Nearmap where available, review the purchase area before you buy, and avoid fixed subscription costs.
What Installers Should Look for in a Modern Residential Battery System
With evolving energy needs and policies, selecting the right residential battery system is more important than ever. Discover the key factors installers should consider to deliver reliable, future-ready solutions.
The Top 5 Tools You Need to Scale Your Solar Business in 2026
Scaling a solar business in 2026 means delivering speed, accuracy, and a seamless customer experience. Here are five essential tools to help you streamline your workflow and grow with confidence.
International Women’s Day 2026: Powering a More Inclusive Solar Industry
This International Women’s Day, women at OpenSolar reflect on their journeys in renewable energy and how authenticity, mentorship, and opportunity are helping create a more inclusive solar industry.
OpenSolar Stays Free. Pay Only for API Access and App Connectors
Starting 16 April 2026, the core OpenSolar app stays free, and charges apply only to moving data in and out of the platform through API Access and supported connectors to third-party tools. OS 3.0 is the latest version of OpenSolar, built to support an end-to-end solar workflow in one place.