News for October 2011
'Improvements needed' to get the most out of solar technologies - 13/10/2011
People who have looked to get cheap energy by fitting solar panels to their home must ensure the devices are working as effectively as possible.
New marine power projects confirmed for Scotland - 13/10/2011
Individuals looking for cheap electricity from renewable sources may be interested in new marine power schemes that have been approved for Scotland.
Switching suppliers 'can help counter rising costs' - 13/10/2011
Performing an energy comparison in order to switch gas and electricity suppliers could help many people deal with the problem of rising bills.
SSE to auction off electricity - 13/10/2011
People looking to compare electricity prices may be able to find better deals in future after Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) announced plans to change the way it provides supplies
Energy efficiency measures 'need not be expensive' - 12/10/2011
Homeowners looking to improve the efficiency of their property in order to get cheap energy bills have been advised that fitting green measures does not have to be costly.
British Gas to end doorstep selling - 12/10/2011
People looking to switch energy suppliers may be interested to learn British Gas has formally ended the practice of doorstep selling.
Many Brits set to delay turning on their heating - 12/10/2011
A large number of people in the UK may like to compare energy tariffs in order to find cheap gas deals this month, as a new survey has found many individuals are worried about their winter fuel bills.
'One in four homes' to face fuel poverty - 12/10/2011
A quarter of homes in the UK could be in fuel poverty by 2015 due to rising gas and electricity prices.
Warm Homes Discount 'must be better targeted' - 12/10/2011
Energy suppliers should ensure as many people as possible are protected from rising gas and electricity prices through the use of the Warm Homes Discount scheme.
Clean alternatives 'essential' to combating rising energy bills - 11/10/2011
People looking to perform an energy comparison in order to find a cheap electricity deal may be interested in the view of one organisation on how to tackle rising bills.
SSE submits proposals for new wind farm - 11/10/2011
People looking to compare green energy suppliers in order to get clean, cheap electricity may be interested in plans for a new wind farm submitted by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE).
Energy secretary denies change in carbon strategy - 11/10/2011
Individuals looking to switch energy suppliers to a green electricity provider may be interested to hear Chris Huhne has insisted there has been no change of direction in the UK's carbon reduction strategy.
Insulation 'can help save hundreds of pounds' - 11/10/2011
People looking to obtain cheap energy have been advised by one group that renovating their homes is an excellent way to save money on gas and electricity bills.
Energy firms warned over Warm Home Discount - 11/10/2011
Energy suppliers have been told by the government they must help vulnerable customers get cheap gas by ensuring all users who are eligible for the Warm Home Discount receive assistance.
Energy tariffs 'penalise low users' - 11/10/2011
People looking for cheap gas and electricity prices may find it's harder to get good deals if they're low users.
Fuel bills contributing to drop in financially stable households? - 10/10/2011
Many households may feel the need to compare energy deals and switch gas providers in order to get cheaper bills to help them meet their monthly expenses.
EDF to help charity generate green energy - 10/10/2011
A grant from EDF Energy could help one charity in Leeds go green and obtain cheap energy from a renewable source.
Social media campaign to highlight fuel poverty problem - 10/10/2011
Householders looking to perform an energy comparison in order to get cheap gas and electricity may be interested in a new campaign to raise awareness of fuel poverty.
Moves to tackle fuel poverty welcomed - 10/10/2011
A scheme to help householders in Scotland cope with higher gas and electricity prices has received the backing of politicians in the country.
E.ON launches new Energy Fit plan - 10/10/2011
The Energy Fit plan is a two-year energy tariff available to online dual fuel customers who pay by fixed direct debit and gives users two months of free energy, the Guardian stated.
New funding to help residents cut energy use - 07/10/2011
A partnership led by Cambridgeshire County Council is set to help residents in the country get cheap energy deals by improving the efficiency of homes.
Flagship carbon capture project 'could collapse' - 07/10/2011
People looking to perform an energy comparison to get cheap electricity from clean sources may be concerned to hear a proposed carbon capture and storage (CCS) scheme is reported to be close to collapse.
High fuel prices 'driving interest in green measures' - 07/10/2011
Many people may seek to get cheap gas by making their home more efficient in order to combat rising energy prices.
Smart meters 'to transform energy market' - 07/10/2011
Individuals looking to perform an energy price comparison may find the way they choose their gas and electricity supplier will be transformed in the future by the introduction of smart meters.