Reduce energy bills with Solar Together offer for Three Rivers residents

Residents are coming together for the latest round of the Hertfordshire-wide group-buying scheme for solar panels and battery storage. 

Three Rivers District Council has been working in partnership with Hertfordshire and independent experts iChoosr since 2022 to make the transition to clean energy as cost-effective and hassle-free as possible.

Being part of a bulk-buying scheme means participants will get a discount for purchasing as a large group across Hertfordshire, bringing down the cost of both materials and installation.

Rickmansworth resident Janet, who has had 10 panels and a battery installed through the scheme, said: “I cannot fault the whole procedure organised by Solar Together. Stress free, efficient, friendly service giving me solar panels and a system that works without me having to do anything! I cannot understand why more people don't take the plunge.”

The scheme offers solar panels with optional battery storage and EV charge points, as well as battery storage for residents who have already solar panels and are looking to get more from the renewable energy they generate.

Cllr Jon Tankard, the Lead Member for Sustainability and Climate Change, said: “With 16,480 panels installed by Solar Together in Hertfordshire alone, residents can be confident they are getting a professional, reliable service. Installing solar panels on your home can save you money on your energy bills and reduce your environmental impact.”

It’s free to register your interestand find out how the scheme works here, and there is no obligation to go ahead with an installation.

Marie-Louise Abretti, Solar Together UK Business Manager, added: “With energy prices continuing to fluctuate, residents of Hertfordshire are looking for opportunities to reduce their carbon emissions, save on energy bills, and increase their independence from the grid. The Solar Together group-buying scheme offers a straightforward way to make an informed decision and to access a competitive offer from a trusted, vetted provider.”

iChoosr has been collaborating with UK councils since 2015 on its Solar Together scheme, aiming to accelerate the energy transition nationwide. The initiative aims to encourage residents to partake in the collective purchase of solar PV and battery storage systems. To date, Solar Together has installed over 16,480 solar panels in Hertfordshire, reducing carbon emissions by 31,180 tonnes over 25 years – equivalent to 17,000 cars off the road in that time!

iChoosr’s schemes have been delivered in partnership with local authorities in five countries. More than 200 schemes have led to 185,000 residents installing solar PV systems.