Power Cut? What Power Cut?

Last Friday’s widespread power cuts leaving large parts of the UK without electricity came as a surprise to us. The first we knew was the notification that appeared on our phones from our Tesla Powerwall app. We haven’t used the new backup gateway in anger before and were very pleased to see that our internet router was uninterrupted, our solar was still generating, our food was safe in our fridge-freezer and we didn’t need to reset the clocks on the cooker & microwave. The whole house carried on working as it had before.

We’d love to tell you more, but there’s nothing else to say as we didn’t even realise there was a power cut until Tesla told us. We have heard of other Powerwall owners having power cut parties and inviting their neighbours around for tea and telly!

Our home has a Tesla Powerwall with backup gateway installed, by combining Powerwall and solar panels we can power our home 24/7, even when the grid goes down.

You can read more here: Tesla Powerwall

Shelley Sampson - Finance and Growth Director

Shelley Sampson is a founding member of the Naked Solar team, having played a pivotal role in the company’s evolution from a startup to a leading force in the renewable energy sector since 2010 . As the Finance and Growth Director, Shelley combines strategic financial oversight with a deeply rooted passion for ethical business practices.

Expertise & Professional Background

Before dedicating her career to solar energy, Shelley spent several years working within the oil industry. This unique background provides her with a comprehensive understanding of the global energy landscape and the critical importance of the transition to sustainable power.

She studied Business Studies at Leeds Metropolitan University, which laid the foundation for her analytical approach to business scaling and operational excellence.

While her title focuses on finance and growth, Shelley’s core mission is centered on the customer experience. Having been involved in the business since its inception, she is a fierce advocate for consumer rights within the renewables industry. She ensures that every Naked Solar client is treated with transparency and respect, overseeing a culture that prioritises high-quality installations and long-term system performance over short-term gains.