Energy

The Chancellor's first Budget puts most of its household help into energy bills. Some of it is already in place. Much of it is not, and the plan to scrap gas standing charges has no fixed start date and no published effect on any individual bill.

High-voltage cable links to Europe from the UK could help power millions of homes at the same time harnessing the power of the North Sea. Two projects have been recommended for approval by Ofgem and would provide more capacity for both exporting and importing energy, something which is needed as the UK moves towards a

Like many countries, the UK is navigating a gas crisis that has sent shockwaves through its energy landscape. With increasing pressures to reduce carbon emissions and transition to cleaner energy sources, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical tensions, the petrol market in the UK confronts unprecedented challenges.  This crisis has elevated concerns regarding energy security, rising

Wood-burning stoves. Because of the dangerous particles that the heaters emit, there is cause for alarm. Between 2010 and 2020, dangerous emissions rose by 35%. If one million Britons misuse their wood-burning stoves and violate the law about air pollution, they risk receiving a £300 fine and even getting a criminal record. Ministers are worried about the harmful particles the heaters

Unprecedented occurrences and obstacles marked the year 2022.  From the demise of a monarch to the outbreak of war in Europe, the world experienced numerous significant changes. High inflation, petrol prices, and a decline in living standards disproportionately impacted the global economy. This article looks closely at the year’s most significant events and their effects

Over £70 million to accelerate the future of clean transportation. One of the game-changing ideas supported by £73 million in new financing for the development of clean transport technology is a large tractor driven by farm waste. The collaborative government and industry investment will assist initiatives across the UK, from Burnaston to Bridgwater, to establish a

Today, TrustMark announced the introduction of its new Licence Plus Scheme, which aims to increase the number of quality retrofit energy efficiency improvement projects in the millions of UK homes needing an upgrade. In the UK, over 19 million homes have an Energy Performance Certificate rating of D or below. These must be upgraded to at least a C

No. 10 defends its decision not to launch a ‘tailored’ energy-saving public information campaign. Arguing that individuals must make their own decisions. Last week, the National Grid warned households and businesses that they may be subject to planned three-hour outages. In the “unlikely” event that gas supplies fall short of demand. No.10 has defended Liz

Rishi Sunak: “I will make the United Kingdom energy independent by 2045 so that energy crises never occur again.” The former chancellor confirmed that if he becomes prime minister on September 5, he will immediately assist households facing soaring energy costs, particularly the most vulnerable. Mr Sunak claims he will work “night and day” to achieve

UK guidance for households on preparing for and responding to planned or unplanned electricity outages. This page provides official guidance for domestic energy consumers in the United Kingdom on when and how to plan for a power cut. It applies to both planned outages—announced by your local Distribution Network Operator (DNO)—and unplanned power cuts caused