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As renewable energy overtakes coal for the first time, a street in East London is taking itself off the grid this winter by installing solar panels. And residents hope to inspire other neighbourhoods

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LOOKING TO ADD EXTRA GLAZING? WE ASKED THE EXPERTS FOR THEIR ADVICE ON HOW TO GET A PICTURE WINDOW RIGHT, TO FRAME GARDEN VIEWS PERFECTLY

Topping up the batteries with solar power has never been easier, says Ali Wood, but how do you decide which type to buy?

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