Grant or payment · England, Wales, Scotland
Smart Export Guarantee
Electricity suppliers pay you for spare electricity from solar, wind, hydro, micro-CHP or anaerobic digestion that you export to the grid.
- From
- Electricity suppliers (SEG Licensees), overseen by Ofgem
- How much
- Rate set by each supplier; must be above zero. Compare tariffs.
- Who can apply
- Owners of eligible installations up to 5 MW (micro-CHP up to 50 kW) in Great Britain.
What you’ll need
- Export meter
- Eligible installation
How to apply
- Choose a SEG tariff from a licensed supplier
- Apply to that supplier
We found no non-government grant for farm solar panels or batteries open in 2026.
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- SME Loan Scheme with cashback (Business Energy Scotland) Open all yearBusiness Energy Scotland / Energy Saving Trust for the Scottish GovernmentInterest-free loan, with part cashback, for energy-saving upgrades and renewable heat in Scottish businesses including farms, plus free energy advice.
Checked against the official pages on 29 October 2026. Sources: 1. Always read the official page before you apply.