News for July 2012
Newcastle United cuts energy bills by £200k - 06/07/2012
Newcastle United has managed to shave more than £200,000 of its business energy bill through the introduction of green technology.
Simplifying energy tariffs 'could leave people worse off' - 06/07/2012
The government's plans to offer fewer, simpler tariffs will result in many households finding their cheap energy bills start to soar.
Govt calls for evidence of barriers in renewable sector - 06/07/2012
The government is calling for an investigation into a reported decline in renewable power purchasing by energy suppliers.
E.ON announces end to doorstep selling - 06/07/2012
Last of the big six energy suppliers announces end to unsolicited doorstep selling
sided solar cell to boost energy yields 50% - 05/07/2012
Homeowners keen to boost their cheap energy supply through green technology may be interested to hear about a new double-sided solar cell that has been developed.
Intermediary to negotiate prices with energy suppliers under new scheme - 05/07/2012
South Lakeland District Council is set to launch a community energy scheme that will see an intermediary negotiate with energy suppliers over prices.
EDF Energy launches pre-apprenticeship programme - 05/07/2012
EDF Energy has launched a new training programme designed to help young people develop the right skills to apply for an apprenticeship.
Funding announced for efficiency upgrades - 05/07/2012
A home improvement agency has been allocated £40,000 to help homeowners improve the energy efficiency of their property.
UK nuclear power support 'bounces back' - 05/07/2012
A year on from the Fukushima crisis in Japan and support for nuclear power has bounced back in the UK.
Energy price postcode lottery 'hitting the unemployed hardest' - 04/07/2012
A new report has revealed some of the nation's poorest regions are being hit with the highest fuel bills in the UK.
Young people 'invisible fuel poverty sufferers' - 04/07/2012
Securing cheap energy is not just vital for homeowners and older individuals, but also young people living in rented accommodation.
Carrick residents 'increasingly green' - 04/07/2012
An increasing number of homeowners may be inspired to switch energy suppliers in a bid to improve their carbon footprint, as new research has revealed a rise in environmental awareness.
Biomass 'a cheap and green form of energy' - 04/07/2012
Individuals keen to secure a cheap energy supply, as well help the environment, may want to consider solid fuel and biomass forms of heating a home.
AD vital for renewable energy targets - 04/07/2012
Producing renewable energy from waste and purpose grown crops could help the UK to ensure it meets its renewable energy targets by 2020.
Renewable energy expert honoured at award ceremony - 03/07/2012
Hundreds of energy suppliers from the renewable sector have honoured a dedicated green energy campaigner for his commitment and contribution to the cause.
Green power 'provides cheap energy' - 03/07/2012
Green heating systems are one of the most cost effective means of achieving cheap energy, an expert has claimed.
Wave power prediction developed - 03/07/2012
A new study has seen scientists develop methods of predicting wave power in order to increase the efficiency of energy harnessing.
Carbon emission rates 'not falling fast enough' - 02/07/2012
The rate at which carbon emissions are reduced needs to be increased four-fold in order to meet future targets, according to a new report.
Smart meters 'could breach privacy' - 02/07/2012
It has been claimed that while the introduction of smart metering systems may help bring cheap energy to consumers, they could also cause privacy issues.
Energy bill fall 'unlikely' - 02/07/2012
Households have been warned they are unlikely to see a reduction in energy bills this summer, despite Ovo Energy announcing a 4.5 per cent price cut.