News for July 2012
Angus residents warned about energy scams - 27/07/2012
Local businesses have been warned by Angus Council to be wary of sales phone calls from companies claiming to offer cheap electricity and new smart meters.
Work begins at energy training site - 27/07/2012
Work has begun on a state-of-the-art office and training complex that will be the site of global education for future oil and gas energy suppliers.
British Gas criticised over 23% profit rise - 27/07/2012
Energy supplier British Gas has been criticised after its latest company figures revealed the firm's profits rose by 23 per cent in the first half of 2012.
DECC cuts energy use by 60% at headquarters - 27/07/2012
The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) is leading by example after having announced significant cuts to its carbon emissions.
Shetland's renewable energy supply 'vital' - 27/07/2012
Renewable energy produced on the remote island of Shetland continues to be key to Scotland's energy security.
Southampton University announces new VPPs technology - 26/07/2012
New technology to help create virtual power plants (VPPs) has been devised by researchers from Southampton University.
South Shields homes receive energy saving renovations - 26/07/2012
Home improvements designed to help residents to secure cheap energy have been revealed in South Shields.
DECC announces gas field funding - 26/07/2012
The Department of Energy and Climate Change has announced a £500 million field allowance for shallow-water gas fields in the UK.
EDF Energy tops customer complaints poll - 26/07/2012
EDF Energy has topped a league table comparing customer complaints among the big six energy suppliers.
Renewable reforms to bring £20m investment - 26/07/2012
Between £20 billion and £25 billion of new investment could be brought to the economy in the next four years thanks to changes to subsidies for renewable electricity.
Scottish govt criticises UK govt delay in onshore wind cut decision - 25/07/2012
The Scottish first minister Alex Salmond has urged the UK government to show as much support for renewable energy as expressed by his government.
Community groups invited to apply for green energy funding - 25/07/2012
A low-carbon heating scheme for communities has been launched by the energy and climate change minister Greg Barker.
Collective energy buying scheme launched in Cornwall - 24/07/2012
A new scheme set to be launched in Cornwall is expected to help bring cheap energy to most vulnerable members of the region.
Consumer Focus comments on draft Energy Bill - 24/07/2012
Consumer Focus has announced its support for the Energy and Climate Change Committee's call for the government to re-assess how proposals in the draft Energy Bill will affect customers.
Carbon tax 'best way to encourage clean energy' - 24/07/2012
Introducing a carbon dioxide tax is one of the best ways to encourage energy suppliers to ensure they generate electricity in a clean way.
Energy Bill will bring customer price rises - 24/07/2012
Homeowners could find they are subjected to gas and electricity price rises as a result of the government's draft Energy Bill, it has been claimed.
Dong Energy to purchase offshore wind turbines - 23/07/2012
Britain's offshore wind farm capacity is set to expand thanks to investment in the renewable energy source by Danish group Dong Energy.
Govt 'may ruin its carbon reduction plan' - 23/07/2012
The Commons Energy and Climate Change Committee has warned the government is in danger of "botching" its plan to boost carbon reduction.
Upgrading boilers 'a great way to save money' - 23/07/2012
Homeowners looking to secure cheap energy bills may want to take one expert's advice and upgrade their boilers.
CFL bulbs 'could cause skin damage' - 23/07/2012
Individuals using compact fluorescent bulbs (CFL) to ensure cheap energy bills have been warned about the dangers of exposure to the environmentally-friendly devices.
Welsh MP calls for subsidies for energy firms - 23/07/2012
The government has been called upon to support green technology companies in South Wales by MP Geraint Davies.
London Eye to feature lightshow powered by Twitter - 23/07/2012
Energy supplier EDF Energy has announced plans to launch the world's first social media-driven lightshow that will coincide with the Olympics and Paralympics.