An energy efficiency initiative could see homeowners in Darlington earning money while saving power.

Warm Up North is offering residents the chance to save up to £880 per year by installing photovoltaic (PV) panels.

Under the Government’s feed-in tariff initiative, homeowners are paid for each unit of electricity generated from their solar panels and any unused electricity is sold back to the National Grid.

Ian Weatherston, head of Warm Up North, said: “Solar PV is a great way to save money and also generate some additional income for your home.

“Installing solar brings a number of benefits, which includes a regular payment for every unit of energy generated whether you use it or not, a payment for all the excess electricity you do not use and the additional savings made on energy bills.”

Councillor Chris McEwan, the council’s cabinet member for economy and regeneration added: “Warm Up North has already helped many households across Darlington to lower their fuel bills by making their homes more energy efficient.

“The introduction of solar as the scheme’s first renewable energy product is a fantastic addition to Warm Up North’s range of energy efficiency solutions that will allow even more households to save energy and money.

"I would strongly encourage Darlington homeowners to contact the Warm Up North team today to see how they could benefit.”

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