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The UK Solar Roadmap: A Turning Point for Businesses and Why Now Is the Time to Act. In July 2025, the UK government released its Solar Roadmap, setting out an ambitious plan to more than triple…

Why Choosing a Trusted Trader Matters When it comes to investing in your home, whether for solar panels, battery storage, or EV charging, finding the right company can feel overwhelming. With so many options available, how…

The Upcoming October Price Cap Increase: What to Expect and How to Prepare for it From 1 October to 31 December 2024, energy prices for typical households using both electricity and gas and paying by Direct…

On Wednesday 19th June Tesla announced the Powerwall 3 has finally been released in the UK. Tesla states that the Powerwall 3 provides "More Power, More Savings & More Backup," and the Powerwall 3 certainly…

In the construction industry, building regulations serve as guidelines that ensure buildings’ safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Adherence to these regulations is compulsory for new builds and any building undergoing significant renovation or a change in…

In a world where environmental consciousness is on the rise, businesses are realising the need to embrace sustainable practices. Enter ISO 14001, the game-changer that is revolutionising the way organisations approach environmental management. Protecting the environment…

Having consistently held the top position as the leading lithium-ion battery in the market, the original Tesla Powerwall and the Powerwall 2, brought about a revolutionary change in energy storage for solar systems. Now, what…

Sustainable Truths: The Green Claims Code As consumers are becoming more sustainability conscious this is not only positive for the planet but also presents a significant opportunity for businesses. Research shows that 32% of consumers are…

In the pursuit of sustainable and clean energy alternatives, solar power has gained widespread popularity. As with many emerging technology, there are always misconceptions, miscommunications, and mistruths. We’re here to dispel these and shed some…

The new ID Buzz is the EV Van everyone is buzzing about, where iconic design meets cutting-edge technology. This electric van is not just a vehicle; it's a symbol of innovation and a nod to…

Homeowners Electricity Bills Set to Rise in 2024  Ofgem announced that from Monday 1st January, the energy price cap of a typical household that uses dual fuel paying by direct debit will increase by 5% compared…

We were pleased to be given the opportunity to contribute to an article in the Money section of The Times on Saturday January 15th. The article by journalist David Byers looked at the recent increase in…

Ellie is our Design Team Administrator. Her role is to support our busy design team and to help make sure projects are dealt with efficiently and with the best possible customer service.   Ellie chose to join…

SunGift is delighted to be named as a finalist in both categories we entered in the inaugural Exeter Property Awards. These new awards celebrate the dynamic Exeter property sector: "From residential to commercial, from lettings to…

SunGift has had a strong connection with the University of Exeter from the early days when the university introduced a degree in renewables. This summer we appointed graduate Owen McCarthy to the design team. Owen studied…

We have just said goodbye to Charlie Sumeray, our summer intern from the University of Exeter. Renewable Energy Engineering graduate Charlie is now in his final year, working towards his Masters. Charlie says he was always…

The SunGift team is thrilled to learn that the company has been shortlisted in both categories we entered in the Western Morning News Business Awards 2021. These awards recognise the brightest and best companies and entrepreneurs…

Would you like to charge up your electric vehicle (EV) with free, clean energy? With a solar car charger you can do just that. It is widely accepted that the mass rollout of solar PV and…

Exeter has become the greenest motoring hotspot among UK towns and cities with ULEV registrations up 157% in the past 12 months. A Freedom of Information request submitted to the DVLA, by the car selling…

From the South West to Scotland - SunGift Energy's Pioneering Work is Taking Us Across the UK! Dundee in Scotland is taking steps to become a leading city for electric vehicles (EVs). As we previously installed…

The future’s looking brighter for the students of one Exeter school thanks to SunGift Energy. After carrying out a free survey at Ladysmith Infant school, SunGift highlighted a substantial cost-saving by replacing lights throughout the school…

Thinking of Buying an Electric Car? - You’ll need to think about the best way to charge it too. The UK Government is currently offering grants towards the cost of installing a home charge point and…

We’re now settled in at our new home at Huxham Barns. It’s a world away from our previous locations, and so much better suited to us as a green energy business! We’re still close to Exeter…

SunGift Make Light Work of Increasing Solar Capacity at Numatic - Home to the iconic Henry Vacuum Cleaner. The UK’s largest commercial cleaning equipment manufacturer and creator of the Henry vacuum, Numatic, have first-hand experience of…