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Solar Energy for Flat Residents: The Solshare Solution

  • Nov 29, 2025
  • 3 min read

For years, flat residents across London have watched neighbours with houses benefit from solar energy while feeling locked out of renewable power savings. That's changing with Solshare – an innovative platform making solar accessible to everyone, regardless of property type.

The Solar Inequality Problem

The Current Situation:

· Only homeowners with suitable roofs can install solar panels

· Flat residents pay full grid electricity rates

· Apartment buildings with solar potential benefit only landlords

· Millions of Londoners miss out on clean energy savings due to property type

In East London alone, thousands of flat residents want to reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills but have no access to solar technology. Until now.

What is Solshare?

Solshare is a peer-to-peer energy sharing platform that connects flat residents to solar energy from local rooftop installations. Think of it as community solar access – you benefit from nearby solar panels without needing your own installation.

How It Works:

1. Local solar installations generate excess energy (including your building's roof)

2. Solshare platform allocates this clean energy to participating residents

3. Smart technology manages distribution and transparent billing

4. You access solar energy directly through your existing electricity supply

Real Benefits for London Flat Residents

Financial Savings:

· Reduce electricity bills by 20-40% (significant in high-cost London)

· Access solar at rates lower than standard grid prices

· No installation costs or maintenance responsibilities

· Transparent pricing with clear monthly reporting

Environmental Impact:

· Support local renewable energy generation

· Reduce your carbon footprint significantly

· Contribute to London's net-zero targets

· Help build local energy resilience

Community Connection:

· Support neighbours with solar installations

· Participate in local clean energy networks

· Fair access to renewable energy benefits

· Strengthen community ties through shared resources

Perfect for East London Flat Residents

East London has thousands of apartment blocks and converted properties, many with excellent rooftop solar potential. Solshare unlocks this potential, allowing entire buildings to benefit from rooftop installations rather than just property owners.

Ideal Situations:

· Flats in buildings with existing solar panels

· Apartments near community solar projects

· Residents wanting to reduce high London energy costs

· Environmentally conscious flat dwellers

· Anyone frustrated by limited renewable options in the city


Getting Started with Solshare

Eligibility: Most flat residents in East London can access Solshare, particularly in areas with existing solar installations. The platform works with various property types including:

· Purpose-built flats

· Converted Victorian and Georgian apartments

· Maisonettes

· Housing association properties

· Ex-council flats

Simple Setup Process:

1. Eligibility check – verify your property can connect

2. Account setup – configure preferences and billing

3. Network connection – link to local solar sources

4. Start saving – begin accessing clean energy immediately

No physical installation in your flat is required. Everything is managed digitally through smart technology.

Supporting London's Green Future

Solshare aligns perfectly with London's ambitious climate goals. The Mayor's target of net-zero by 2030 requires innovative solutions that include all Londoners, not just property owners.

By enabling flat residents to access solar energy, Solshare helps democratise London's renewable energy transition and ensures everyone can participate in building a cleaner, greener city.

The Future of Urban Solar in London

Solshare represents the future of urban renewable energy in dense cities like London – democratising access and ensuring everyone can participate in the clean energy transition, regardless of property ownership.

As more London buildings install solar panels and more residents join the Solshare network, we're building a truly community-powered energy system across the capital.

Join the Solar Revolution

Living in a London flat no longer means missing out on solar benefits. Discover if your property is eligible for Solshare and start accessing clean, affordable energy today.

AJK Energy is proud to offer Solshare connections across East London, Romford, and Essex. Contact us to check your flat's eligibility and learn how much you could save on your London energy bills.

Call 01708 693180 or click here to join the growing community of London flat residents benefiting from local solar energy.

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