News for April 2011
ScottishPower warns of potential skills gap in energy industry - 06/04/2011
Consumers wanting to compare energy tariffs might be interested to hear that ScottishPower has called for new qualified engineers to join the energy industry.
Energy efficiency measures 'could add to home's value' - 06/04/2011
Making energy efficiency improvements to a home could not only see more people switch energy provider to find a cheaper deal, they could also add value to a property.
Solar panels 'are good return on investment' - 06/04/2011
There are plenty of benefits for homeowners who install solar panels to generate their own cheap electricity.
Organisations ask about Green Deal - 06/04/2011
A number of organisations have met with a government minister to have their questions regarding the Green Deal answered.
Elderly given help with energy bills - 06/04/2011
The government has launched a programme to help elderly people pay for their cheap electricity usage.
Demand for solar panels 'is increasing' - 05/04/2011
Domestic customers wanting to compare energy prices might look to invest in home power-generating equipment such as solar panels.
Offshore wind 'is more attractive to energy suppliers' - 05/04/2011
The major energy suppliers are turning to offshore wind projects rather than pursuing onshore opportunities, an industry expert has noted.
Homeowners 'would install solar panels' - 05/04/2011
Over half (56 per cent) of UK homeowners could be inclined to install solar panels on their house in order to save money by switching to cheap electricity, research has shown.
Offshore wind 'will benefit UK' - 04/04/2011
Households in the UK could be using cheap electricity derived from green sources in the coming years as research predicts the offshore wind sector is set for strong growth.
Household bills 'set to rise' - 04/04/2011
This year could see household bills rising for cheap electricity customers as volatile energy markets push up prices.
Energy monitors 'save money' - 04/04/2011
Domestic customers using cheap energy in Plymouth have found a new way to save money: by monitoring their power use.
Use comparison websites, save money - 04/04/2011
Now that five of the Big Six energy suppliers have seen their cheapest energy tariffs come to an end, customers in the UK might be looking to switch energy deals.
Tidal energy project in Wales 'to power 1,000 homes' - 01/04/2011
Householders in Pembrokeshire might decide to switch energy tariffs once they hear a new tidal energy project has been given the green light to supply power to homes in the area.
Draughty homes blamed for rise in carbon emissions - 01/04/2011
As a result of householders heating their homes with more cheap gas during the cold winter months, last year saw increased greenhouse gas emissions.
Green energy share of total consumption falls - 01/04/2011
An increased demand for cheap energy derived from coal last year led to a drop in the contribution green energy made to the UK's total energy production.
Elderly man sent gas bill despite having no supply - 01/04/2011
Cheap gas customers could check their bills and perhaps look around for other tariffs if the one they are on is costing too much.
Honesty is best policy for green energy - 01/04/2011
While the economic downturn has inevitably had an effect on investment levels in green energy technology, the government should tell cheap energy consumers about what can be expected of the clean power sector's short-term future.
Fixed rate tariffs come to an end - 01/04/2011
Domestic customers who have been benefiting from fixed rates on their cheap gas and electricity tariffs are set to be affected by changes to their deals.