News for February 2012
Govt 'should place more focus' on marine energy sources - 20/02/2012
The UK could become a world leader in developing and exporting cheap energy from marine sources if it harnesses the full potential of the technology.
FoE criticises 'unnecessary' nuclear plants - 20/02/2012
Environmental charity Friends of the Earth (FoE) has criticised government plans to build new nuclear facilities in the UK, which are intended to help secure cheap electricity for the country in the coming years.
Public backs calls for energy inquiry - 20/02/2012
The vast majority of people want an inquiry into the operations of the Big Six group of energy suppliers, a new survey has revealed.
Ofgem 'considering energy price cap' - 20/02/2012
The energy regulator may look to implement a fixed cap on gas and electricity prices for the first time in over a decade amid concerns that rising bills are leading to customers being ripped off.
Profit rises 'should lead to more price cuts' - 20/02/2012
Announcements of rising profits by electricity and gas providers will lead many people to wonder if they are paying a fair price for energy, it has been stated.
Energy firms 'should face fines' for missing savings targets - 17/02/2012
Energy suppliers that miss targets to help provide vulnerable customers with cheap electricity and gas should face financial penalties, it has been stated.
Brits 'showing passion' for energy efficient homes - 17/02/2012
A growing number of people in the UK could be keen to get cheap gas and electricity by ensuring their homes are as efficient as possible.
EDF announces rise in profits - 17/02/2012
Energy supplier EDF has announced an increase in its full-year profits for 2011.
Call for energy firms to face inquiry - 17/02/2012
Several senior figures in Wales have called for the Big Six energy suppliers to face a public inquiry into the rising cost of gas and electricity.
'Long-term strategy needed' to secure future energy security - 16/02/2012
The UK needs to take a long-term view and not depend on quick fixes to ensure it can offer cheap electricity deals in the future.
Londoners benefit from cheaper fuel bills - 16/02/2012
A scheme to help people living in London to get cheap energy as a result of better efficiency measures has assisted its 40,000th home.
Govt 'should offer tax breaks' for community energy schemes - 16/02/2012
A new report has called on the government to enable more communities to get cheap energy from renewable sources by offering tax breaks for small-scale generation schemes.
Customers urged to be wary of 'lock-in' deals - 16/02/2012
Consumers looking to compare energy deals have been warned to be wary of tariffs that will make it more expensive to switch gas and electricity supplier before the end of their contract.
Consumers 'should beware of shopping centre energy deals' - 15/02/2012
Individuals looking to switch gas provider may wish to use an independent energy comparison service rather than relying on information directly from providers.
Govt plans 'creating uncertainty' around efficiency measures - 15/02/2012
Plans from the government to help people get cheap energy for their homes by encouraging the take-up of efficiency measures have led to uncertainty among consumers.
Ombudsman creates 'anti-valentine' message to energy firms - 15/02/2012
The energy ombudsman has marked Valentine's Day by sending a critical message to energy suppliers in the form of a poem.
Consumers in debt 'trapped into higher energy bills' - 15/02/2012
Many energy customers who are in arrears may be unable to perform an energy comparison and find a cheaper gas and electricity deal, it has been claimed.
SSE exceeds target for Warm Home Discount - 15/02/2012
Energy supplier SSE may have helped thousands of vulnerable people get cheap electricity and gas this year through the Warm Home Discount.
Energy firms 'still failing to offer best deals' - 14/02/2012
A number of the UK's largest energy suppliers are still failing to offer their best deals to customers who are looking to switch gas and electricity provider over the phone.
E.ON to encourage new energy ideas - 14/02/2012
Energy supplier E.ON has launched a challenge to find new and innovative ideas to improve products and services in the sector.
Most people 'to face higher energy bills' by 2020 - 14/02/2012
A large number of people may like to perform an energy comparison and switch gas supplier in order to find a cheaper deal, as fuel costs are set to continue rising over the next few years.
Energy efficiency 'a priority' for home buyers - 14/02/2012
Many people who are looking to secure cheap electricity deals by performing an energy comparison may have fuel costs in mind when looking for a new abode.
High fuel bills 'lead to rise in deaths' - 14/02/2012
More elderly people may be able to benefit from performing an energy comparison to find a cheaper deal in order to help them stay warm in the winter.
Scottish Power unveils charity tariff - 14/02/2012
Individuals looking to perform an energy comparison and switch electricity and gas provider may be interested in a new deal from Scottish Power that can allow them to support a charity.