Walsall Council Partners with Switch Together to support greener home upgrades
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Walsall residents can now benefit from a council-backed scheme designed to support affordable, low-carbon home improvements through Switch Together.
The scheme helps households explore greener options such as solar panels, battery storage, heat pumps and smarter energy tariffs, with clear information, expert guidance and the potential for savings through group buying.
“ Switch Together helps residents take practical steps towards improving the energy efficiency of their homes, while also helping to keep costs down.By bringing these services together through a council-supported scheme, we are helping residents access reliable information, trusted installers and expert support, making greener home improvements more achievable. I would encourage residents to register early to explore their options and see what savings may be available.
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Previously known as Solar Together, the scheme has already helped thousands of households across the UK to save money and cut their carbon footprint. Its expansion under the Switch Together name brings a wider range of home energy solutions together, making it easier for residents to understand their options and decide what works best for their home.
By joining the scheme, residents can benefit from:
- Comprehensive Green Home Solutions – Solar panels, battery storage, heat pumps, and energy tariffs in a single programme.
- Expert Guidance – Support from registration through installation, ensuring residents make informed decisions for their homes.
- Group-Buying Savings – Reduced costs thanks to community-scale purchasing power.
- Reliable, Sustainable Energy – High-quality installations from vetted suppliers that help cut carbon emissions.
Registration opens on Monday 23 February 2026 and closes on Sunday 26 April 2026.
Registration is free and without obligation, allowing residents to explore options before deciding whether to proceed.
For more information, and to register, visit: https://switchtogether.co.uk/solar-and-battery/walsall
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About Switch Together
Walsall Council has partnered with Switch Together to offer a trusted group-buying scheme that brings households together to access better-priced high-quality home upgrades, such as solar panels and battery storage, making it easier to switch to clean energy with confidence.
How Switch Together works:
- Register your interest: Free and with no obligation. Register online to tell us a bit about your home and what you’re interested in.
- Group buying auction: Vetted installers compete in a reverse auction to offer the best-value solar and battery packages for your area.
- Personal recommendation: You’ll receive a tailored offer based on your property, energy use, and goals.
- Make your decision: You choose whether to go ahead. Support is available by phone or email if you want help understanding your options.
- Installation and savings: If you accept, your system is installed by an MCS-accredited installer, with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee as standard.
