News for January 2012
Green Deal 'could harm insulation take-up' - 13/01/2012
The government's Green Deal policy - which is intended to cut carbon emissions and help homes get cheap energy by improving efficiency - may be set for failure as the number of lofts being insulated is set to plummet.
SSE becomes latest supplier to drop prices - 13/01/2012
SSE has become the third of the Big Six energy suppliers to announce a drop in prices, which should enable more people to get cheap gas supplies.
British Gas and SSE join price cut battle - 13/01/2012
Two more domestic energy suppliers have announced cuts in their prices, which could enable a greater number of people to get cheap gas and electricity prices.
Struggling families 'need help now' - 12/01/2012
The Labour party has called on the government to act immediately to ensure families have access to cheap energy.
British Gas announces cut in electricity prices - 12/01/2012
People looking for cheap electricity may be pleased to hear energy supplier British Gas has cut its prices for the commodity.
Small price cuts 'won't fix broken system' - 12/01/2012
While the decision by energy supplier EDF to cut its gas prices may be welcomed by many people looking to switch gas provider, one group has noted the move is disguising a "broken system".
Being on the right deal 'essential' in cutting energy bills - 12/01/2012
Many people may like to follow the advice of one expert and compare energy tariffs to ensure they are getting cheap electricity and gas deals.
EDF move 'to trigger energy price war' - 12/01/2012
This week's price cut by EDF Energy could trigger a price war if other gas providers follow suit.
Labour leader calls for more help for elderly - 12/01/2012
Leader of the Labour party Ed Miliband has called for more help to be given to elderly people by ensuring they can always get the cheapest available gas and electricity prices.
Study finds lack of satisfaction with Big Six providers - 11/01/2012
Many people may look to perform an energy comparison to switch to a company that offers a good level of service, as a new survey has found widespread dissatisfaction with the major energy suppliers.
SSE to invest in new green energy fund - 11/01/2012
Individuals looking to switch energy provider to a firm that can offer cheap electricity from renewable sources may be interested to hear one company is to improve its investments in green developments.
EDF to cut gas tariffs from February - 11/01/2012
EDF Energy has become the first of the Big Six energy suppliers to announce a price cut to offer its customers cheap gas.
Energy event to offer advice with bills - 11/01/2012
Individuals who are struggling to get cheap gas and electricity may be able to benefit from an event next week that can offer advice on how to reduce their energy bills.
Energy firms warned on prices - 11/01/2012
Ofgem has issued a warning to some of the country's biggest home energy suppliers over the gas and electricity prices they offer to online customers.
Renewable group slams wind power report - 10/01/2012
People looking to switch energy provider to one using green sources may be interested in the reaction of one industry group to a critical report on wind power.
Scotland to sign landmark green energy deal - 10/01/2012
People in Scotland looking to get cheap energy from green sources may be interested to hear first minister Alex Salmond is set to sign a new deal in the Middle East for research into renewables.
Solar industry 'on the verge of an exciting era' - 10/01/2012
A growing number of people may be looking to seek out cheap electricity options that use renewable energy, as the solar industry is set for an exciting year.
E.ON offers help to vulnerable customers - 10/01/2012
Elderly individuals looking to get cheap gas deals may be able to benefit from a new assistance scheme to be made available by energy supplier E.ON.
Price cuts 'could be seen soon' - 10/01/2012
People looking to get cheap gas and electricity prices may be able to benefit from lower tariffs from the major energy suppliers in the near future.
Wind power 'hindering' drive to green energy - 09/01/2012
Individuals who are looking to switch energy suppliers to a firm using green power sources may be interested in a new report that has criticised the use of wind power.
Ovo price cut 'a welcome move' - 09/01/2012
The decision by energy supplier Ovo to cut its gas and electricity prices by five per cent for dual fuel customers has been welcomed, as it could help stimulate competition in the domestic energy sector.