News for July 2012
Energy Bill draws criticism - 31/07/2012
The government's draft Energy Bill has caused much contention among environmentalists, business leaders and MPs who cannot agree on a suitable outcome.
Scottish housing group completes energy saving course - 31/07/2012
Dozens of households in Scotland are set to benefit from a new initiative that aims to help firms learn how they can get cheap energy and lower their carbon footprint.
Good Energy announces bill cuts - 31/07/2012
Lower wholesale prices have led to a small energy supplier leading the way by introducing a cut to gas and electricity bills.
Scottish marine park unveiled - 31/07/2012
Scotland has unveiled its first marine energy park that is located off the south-west of England and aims to link university researchers with private companies working in the sector.
Students learn about renewable energy - 31/07/2012
The School of Marine Science and Technology at Newcastle University has hosted a course teaching 50 school children about cheap energy and low carbon sources.
Energy storage system initiative launched - 31/07/2012
A new project has been launched that will see scientists develop the next generation of energy storage systems.
SLDC calls for power cables to run under sea - 31/07/2012
South Lakeland District Council has urged the National Grid to look for alternatives to routing new power lines across the Lake District and Furness peninsula.
Energy suppliers make improvements for PPM customers - 30/07/2012
A new report from Consumer Focus has revealed positive steps have been taken by energy suppliers to ensure delivery of a better service for pre-payment meter (PPM) customers.
Wind farm proposals submitted for east Scotland site - 30/07/2012
A company that provides energy suppliers with power has submitted an application for the construction of a £1.4 billion wind farm to be constructed in Scotland.
Britain 'should seize opportunity to create a green energy network' - 30/07/2012
Britain has a "golden opportunity" to create a green energy network that could help decarbonise the country's power supply.
Ofgem announces £22bn upgrade to energy networks - 30/07/2012
Ofgem has announced plans to unlock £22 billion to upgrade Britain's electricity and gas networks.
Solar panels installed at 17 Shropshire schools - 30/07/2012
A total of £60,000 is set to be slashed from the electricity bills of 17 schools in Shropshire
Subsidy cuts halt new hydro plant plans - 30/07/2012
The future of renewable energy in Scotland is uncertain after a subsidy cut has led to the main operator of Scottish hydro power stations claiming no more will be built.