Millions of smart meters might have to be ripped as they don’t support supplier switching
Close to four million smart meters already deployed in customers’ homes may need to be ripped out and replaced as they won’t support a supplier switch, a recent media investigation has been able to reveal. The Government has promised to launch a new system to fix the problem so that all customers can switch provider […]
Save money with the perfect temperature control system
The respected money advice website MoneySavingExpert has produced a useful guide to exactly how you can reduce your energy spending … and which methods are in fact, myths. Their tips include: Keeping the heating on all day, rather than only when you need it, is not going to produce savings in the long run, due […]
Building management systems to become increasingly popular as global firms bolster their energy efficiency spending
Large companies are set to bolster their energy efficiency spending, with building management systems (BMS) being among the most popular improvement measures, a recent survey of nearly 2,000 facility and energy management executives from across 20 countries has been able to suggest. The poll found that 57% of organisations in the US and 59% of […]
Interest-free loans of up to £38,500 available for energy efficiency improvements across Scotland
Scottish home owners who are interested in improving their homes’ energy efficiency without having to pay anything upfront for the works can now access an interest-free loan of up to £38,500 funded by the Scottish Government and available via Home Energy Scotland. Under the scheme, which is conducted by the Energy Saving Trust, funding is […]
How to implement energy saving measures in village halls and community buildings
Village halls and other community buildings are more often than not the focal points of a community, the go-to places for organizing various local events, running classes, etc. However, due to their specific nature, these building also face unique barriers to energy efficiency. Hence, of these venues are multi-purpose buildings, needing to provide for very […]
Landlords forced to install energy efficiency measures before renting out homes
As of 2019, properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of F or G – the lowest two energy efficiency ratings – must be made warmer by landlords before they can be put on the rental market for new tenants, the amended Government regulations released by Energy and Clean Growth Minister Claire Perry stipulate. […]
Implementing energy efficiency measures can help in the fight against climate change
Reducing the levels of energy consumption within one’s home or business can have a positive effect not only by reducing their bills, but also by helping in the fight against climate change, experts believe. Speaking for Yale Climate Connections, a multimedia service providing daily broadcast radio programming and original web-based reporting, commentary, and analysis on […]
New ‘cashback’ scheme to help SMEs improve energy efficiency announced by Scottish Government
Small business in Scotland who are keen on saving energy but can’t afford putting in energy saving measures will be able to apply for funding to do so, as the Scottish government has partnered with Zero Waste Scotland to launch a ‘cashback’ scheme for funding SMEs. The scheme enables small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) to […]
Up to $500 billion (£385.25bn) per year could be saved by deploying energy efficiency improvements
The level of savings available by deploying energy efficiency improvement measures is simply staggering, reaching $500 billion (£385.25bn) per year, according to recent information provided by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The organisation’s new report suggests efficiency improvements alone could allow the world to extract twice as much economic value from the energy it uses. […]
Close to a third of fixed dual fuel tariffs will exceed Ofgem’s price cap, research finds
Close to a third of customers on fixed dual fuel tariffs are likely to exceed Ofgem’s energy price cap, set to come into effect at the end of December, recent research from consumer organisation Which? has been able to suggest. The government-imposed price cap has the purpose to limit the daily standing charge and unit […]