New scam of rural photovoltaic panels revealed

Are solar panels a scam?

This feature is available for registered users. Please register or log in to continue Households with solar panels are at increased risk of being scammed as new figures show a sharp rise in fraudsters tempting victims with energy-saving deals.

Are solar panels causing a rise in solar crime?

A rise in solar crime means eco-conscious homeowners and farmers who have diversified into renewables should check their security and insurance. The warning comes after police figures revealed a 48 per cent rise in solar panel and cabling theft from 2021 to 2022.¹

Why are residential solar panels becoming more popular?

Increased energy prices, the ‘cost of living’ crisis, and the fact that properties with solar panels attract eco-conscious buyers, have contributed to a growth in residential solar panel installations. Homeowners typically install between 10 and 15 panels, with a value of around £7,000.

Are solar panels being targeted by fraudsters using feed-in tariffs?

Households that have already installed solar panels are also being targeted by fraudsters using publicly available information from feed-in tariffs, warned Dr Tim Jones, of Cornwall-based charity Community Energy Plus.

Are You at risk of a misleading solar panel scheme?

Thousands of households are at risk of falling victim to misleading solar panel schemes which are up by 50 per cent over the last year, data from Action Fraud reveals.

Are You at risk of a dodgy solar panel scheme?

Thousands of households are at risk of falling victim to dodgy solar panel schemes which have risen by 50 per cent over the last year, data from Action Fraud reveals. Uncertainty over high energy prices , combined with a desire to cut carbon emissions, means many homeowners in the UK are considering fitting solar panels as an option.