News for May 2012
Householders 'must act now' to get cheap energy - 31/05/2012
Householders who are considering steps such as performing an energy comparison to switch gas and electricity supplier need to act fast to get the best deals.
Half of consumers 'unaware' of smart meters - 31/05/2012
A large number of people in the UK are unaware of the benefits of smart meters, which include enabling people to get cheap energy by better controlling their usage.
'Lack of trust' could harm Green Deal - 31/05/2012
A lack of trust in energy suppliers from consumers could prevent the government's Green Deal scheme from reaching its full potential, it has been stated.
Is the govt committed to renewables? - 31/05/2012
Concerns about the government's commitment to renewable energy mean the UK has fallen on Ernst & Young's Country Attractiveness Indices table.
RWE npower to sell more energy on open market - 30/05/2012
Energy supplier RWE npower is set to increase the amount of electricity it makes available on the open markets, which should improve liquidity in the sector.
New fund to help social housing get green heating systems - 30/05/2012
Many individuals living in social housing could benefit from cheap energy created from renewable sources as the result of a new fund.
Distributed energy to become more common, says E.ON chief - 30/05/2012
The use of communal energy schemes that distribute heating across a network could be one way for more people to get cheap energy in the coming years.
Shale gas 'not a solution' to cheap energy - 30/05/2012
Relying on shale gas to provide cheap energy will not be a long-term solution to the country's power needs, due to the fuel's effect on climate change.
Huge Switch scheme extended - 30/05/2012
The Huge Switch campaign from energyhelpline.com has been extended by four days so people have more time to compare electricity prices.
Efficiency measures 'vital' for improving London homes - 29/05/2012
Fitting measures such as insulation will be vitally important in improving homes in London and offering residents cheap energy bills.
Govt 'must empower homeowners' to take control of energy use - 29/05/2012
More people could get cheap electricity if they are better able to control the use of energy in their homes, it has been stated.
Panel seeks to help vulnerable households with efficiency - 29/05/2012
A new panel to help poor and vulnerable individuals benefit from cheap energy has met for the first time.
New solar rules 'will boost consumer confidence' - 28/05/2012
Individuals looking to secure cheap electricity by installing solar panels may be given the confidence to invest in the area thanks to updated rules from the government.
Scottish Power praised for customer service - 28/05/2012
Energy supplier Scottish Power has been awarded a top rating for the quality of its customer service.
UK gas price rises 'highest in EU' - 28/05/2012
Many people in the UK may look to perform an energy comparison to seek out cheap gas deals, as price increases for the commodity are the highest in the EU.
Thousands save with Huge Switch - 28/05/2012
Thousands could save on their electricity bills with energyhelpline.com's Huge Switch campaign