Funding
Solar funding in Scotland
An honest guide to what helps with the cost of solar panels and batteries in Scotland, and what doesn't.
There is no general grant for solar panels on their own in Scotland. Some means-tested schemes exist for lower-income households, and we will tell you honestly if you might qualify. Solar panels and batteries carry 0% VAT until 31 March 2027. Loans available, subject to status.
Funding
Honest funding facts
| Scheme | Details | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Grant for solar panels on their own | None | There is no general grant for solar panels on their own in Scotland. | Ask our teamChecked 2026-09-02 |
Means-tested support | Depends on your circumstances | Some means-tested schemes exist for lower-income households. We will tell you honestly if you might qualify. | Ask our teamChecked 2026-09-02 |
0% VAT on solar panels and batteries | 0% VAT | Applies to solar panels and batteries installed in homes until 31 March 2027. | HM Revenue & CustomsChecked 2026-09-02 |
Loans | Loans available, subject to status | Ask us about loans when you request your quote. | Ask our teamChecked 2026-09-02 |
Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) | Rates set by each energy supplier | Payments for the electricity your solar panels export to the grid. Each energy supplier sets its own rate. | OfgemChecked 2026-09-02 |
Grant for solar panels on their own
None
There is no general grant for solar panels on their own in Scotland.
Means-tested support
Depends on your circumstances
Some means-tested schemes exist for lower-income households. We will tell you honestly if you might qualify.
0% VAT on solar panels and batteries
0% VAT
Applies to solar panels and batteries installed in homes until 31 March 2027.
Loans
Loans available, subject to status
Ask us about loans when you request your quote.
Smart Export Guarantee (SEG)
Rates set by each energy supplier
Payments for the electricity your solar panels export to the grid. Each energy supplier sets its own rate.
Grants: the honest position
There is no general grant for solar panels on their own in Scotland. Many websites still advertise one — check the date and the source on anything you read.
Some means-tested schemes exist for lower-income households. If you think this might apply to you, tell us when you get in touch and we will tell you honestly if you might qualify.
Loans available, subject to status.
What does help with the cost
Solar panels and batteries carry 0% VAT until 31 March 2027. The price on your written quote already reflects this.
Once your system is installed, you can receive Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) payments for the electricity you export to the grid. Rates are set by each energy supplier, so it is worth comparing them.
Answers
Funding questions
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