Switching to solar energy is now more affordable than ever, thanks to cashback offers from major UK banks.
If you’re a mortgage customer with Lloyds, Halifax, Santander, Barclays, or Virgin Money, you could receive between £250 and £2,000 cashback when you install solar panels or battery storage. Many of these incentives can be combined with 0% finance options, giving you a smart way to invest in your property and cut your energy bills.
Bank Cashback Offers for Solar Panel & Battery Installation
Lloyds Bank & Halifax
Green Living Reward
- £1,000 cashback for solar panels
£1,000 cashback for battery storage
Eligibility: Lloyds or Halifax mortgage customers applying for a new mortgage, additional borrowing or new deal (after 31 July 2024)
Complete your installation within 12 months
Bonus: Get a free EPC and £100 energy credit when installed through Octopus partners like Green Energy Solar.
Barclays
Greener Home Reward
- £1,000 cashback for solar panels or battery storage
- Must be a Barclays residential mortgage customer
- Install must be by a TrustMark-approved installer (such as Green Energy Solar)
- One claim per mortgage. Apply within 3 months of full payment.
Santander
Greener Homes Cashback
- £1,000 cashback for solar panels and battery storage
- For existing customers applying for additional borrowing or a green home improvement loan
- Loan must start after 14 February 2025 and work must be completed by 30 September 2025
Virgin Money
Green Reward Scheme
- £250 cashback for solar panels
- £250 cashback for battery storage
- Must apply for at least £2,500 additional borrowing
- Register by 30 June 2025 and complete work by 31 December 2025
If you’re looking to use any of the above finance or cashback options, this would be arranged directly with your selected provider.
Powered by Octopus Energy, Installed by Green Energy Solar
Octopus Energy is the UK’s most awarded renewable energy supplier, known for its fair pricing, transparent service and smart tariffs like Agile Octopus and Intelligent Octopus, which work hand-in-hand with solar and battery storage. Since launching in 2015, they’ve gained over half a million 5-star Trustpilot reviews and built a global reputation for making clean energy more accessible.
Green Energy Solar has been a trusted Octopus partner since 2024, sharing the same mission, to make affordable green energy available to everyone.
What This Means for You
- Confidence in Quality: As a TrustMark-approved and MCS-accredited installer, we meet the highest UK industry standards for workmanship and compliance
- Seamless Smart Energy Integration: Octopus smart tariffs pair perfectly with solar and battery installations for optimal savings
- Fair and Transparent Pricing: Thanks to our partnership, you’ll benefit from the same fair pricing and support Octopus is known for
- Future-Ready Technology: Together, we’re bringing smarter energy innovations to homes across South Wales and beyond
Now is the Time to Switch to Solar
- Cut your electricity bills by up to 90%
- Pay monthly with 0% finance options available
- Earn cashback from your mortgage lender
- Take advantage of exclusive energy tariffs with Octopus
- Help reduce your carbon footprint
Enquire Today
Start your journey to energy independence with a name you can trust. Fill out our quick enquiry form, give us a call, or email our team today to arrange your free solar survey and get a tailored quote.


