Could solar panels save guernsey's'mouth-watering' economy?

Jack Fletcher, from Renew Guernsey, told ITV News that widespread solar panel installation across Guernsey could not only produce greener energy, reducing the island's carbon footprint, but could also bring "mouth-watering" economic benefits to the island.

Is there a waiting list for solar panels in Guernsey?

Guernsey firms say there is now a six-month waiting list to have solar panels installed. Credit: ITV Channel Guernsey is seeing an increase in demand for solar panels to be installed on houses with homeowners looking for cheaper energy alternatives. There is now a six-month waiting list for islanders to have panels installed on their homes.

Where is the Bailiwick of Guernsey located?

The Bailiwick of Guernsey is located in the Bay of St Malo off the west coast of Normandy facing the Atlantic Ocean. It is well positioned to be a major contributor to the emerging marine renewable energy market and meeting the needs of the 21st century, given its situation with some of the strongest tidal currents in the world.

Where can I find information on Guernsey and Sark?

Information on Guernsey can be found on the States of Guernsey website (), and information on Sark is available at Both Guernsey and Sark are located around 80 miles south of the UK mainland and around 30 miles from the European continent.

How far is Guernsey from the United Kingdom?

Guernsey is approximately 80 miles south of the UK mainland. It is also around 30 miles from the European continent. Guernsey is connected to the European Electricity Grid through a submarine cable link (via Jersey) into the Cotentin peninsular, which is due east of Jersey.

Are Islanders ready to install solar panels?

There is now a six-month waiting list for islanders to have panels installed on their homes. Solar power installation firm Little Green says it has seen a 30% increase in their total residential solar capacity installed in 2023 alone.