Scotland's Solar Revolution
Quick answer
The Scotland solar map shows how solar potential varies across the country, from the Borders to Shetland, and links to our local area guides. We install through MCS-certified partners across Scotland. Savings depend on your roof, usage and tariff, and a no-obligation survey gives figures for your home.
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The Scotland solar map shows how solar potential varies across the country, from the Borders to Shetland, and links to our local area guides.
North and south
Southern Scotland has slightly higher winter sun angles, while the north gets longer summer days.
East and west
The east is generally drier and sunnier, while the west coast is wetter.
Local guides
Our area guides explain local homes, weather and network operator for each town.
Regional patterns
Southern and eastern areas such as the Borders, Fife and the Lothians often see slightly more sunshine than the west Highlands, while the far north has the longest summer days. Roof orientation and shading still matter more than region for most homes.
Solar on Scottish roofs
Scottish roofs vary more than most. Sandstone tenements in Glasgow and Edinburgh often have natural slate on steep pitches with valley gutters and rear slopes facing back greens. Granite houses in Aberdeen and the north-east frequently have dormers and chimneys that cast shade. Interwar and post-war council-built homes usually have concrete interlocking tiles that are straightforward to work on, while newer estates around Livingston, Dunfermline and Inverness tend to have simple gable roofs that suit a neat array.
Fixings are chosen for the roof covering and for the wind exposure of the site, which matters on the west coast, in the islands and on high ground. A survey also checks the roof timbers and slate condition before any panels go up, because it is far easier to fix a roof problem before an installation than afterwards.
How our survey works
Every project starts with a no-obligation survey. We look at your roof orientation, pitch, shading and condition, your fuse board and meter position, where a battery or inverter could go, and how your household uses electricity through the day and across the Scottish seasons. You then receive a written quote showing the equipment, the expected generation for your roof and the full price, so you can compare it fairly. We handle the network connection paperwork with your local distribution network operator, which is SP Energy Networks in central and southern Scotland and SSEN in the north, Highlands and islands. We install through MCS-certified partners. Solar panels and batteries are 0% VAT until March 2027. Finance available, subject to status.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worthwhile in the north?
Yes, mainly thanks to long summer days.
Which network operator serves my area?
SP Energy Networks in central and southern Scotland, SSEN in the north.
Where can I find my town?
See the local area guides linked from this page.
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Get your solar and battery quote
Tell us about your home and we will arrange a survey and a written, no-obligation quote. Finance available, subject to status.