News for March 2012
Ofgem introduces new strategy to stop gas theft - 27/03/2012
Ofgem has looked to protect consumers by giving energy suppliers greater incentive to tackle the problem of gas theft.
Extra funding to encourage green technologies - 27/03/2012
The government is set to launch the second phase of the Renewable Heat Premium Payment scheme, which could help homeowners get cheap energy from green sources.
People 'more concerned with meeting bills than going green' - 27/03/2012
Many people in the UK may find performing an energy comparison in order to find a cheap deal is a higher priority than searching out an eco-friendly tariff.
EDF unveils Customer Commitments pledges - 27/03/2012
Energy supplier EDF has unveiled a range of measures designed to help people get cheap gas and electricity and rebuild consumer confidence in the firm.
Labour raises concerns over energy costs - 27/03/2012
Labour raises concerns over high energy costs for vulnerable people
Energy bills 'could rise by 70 per cent by 2020' - 27/03/2012
Cost of energy set to soar, more people will compare prices online
E.ON ready for Green Deal, claims boss - 26/03/2012
People looking to get cheap electricity this year by taking advantage of the Green Deal may be pleased to hear one energy supplier has confirmed it is ready for the rollout.
Govt loses final FIT appeal - 26/03/2012
People looking to get cheap energy by fitting solar panels may have been keeping a close eye on the government's legal battle over Feed-in Tariff (FIT) rates, which was brought to an end last week after the coalition was refused leave to appeal to the Supreme Court.
Majority concerned about fuel bills - 26/03/2012
A large number of people in the UK may like to perform an energy price comparison in order to get a better deal, as high bills are a worry for many people.
Grant awarded to help Liverpool residents get cheap energy - 23/03/2012
Residents in Liverpool may be better able to get cheap electricity and gas if they are given advice as part of a new efficiency scheme in the city.
Sheffield residents angry over heating bill rise - 23/03/2012
Individuals in Sheffield who have their home's warmth supplied by a district heating system have reacted angrily to the news they will not be seeing cheap energy bills this year.
Residents 'not taking advantage' of efficiency schemes - 22/03/2012
Many homeowners are not taking advantage of a scheme that requires energy suppliers to offer free insulation to help individuals get cheap gas, it has been claimed.
Consumers 'not optimistic' over Budget - 22/03/2012
Many people in the UK may look to perform a price comparison and switch energy provider in order to get cheap electricity, as there is a widespread belief the Budget will not improve household finances.
Centrica signs deal to develop green energy - 22/03/2012
Energy supplier Centrica - the owner of British Gas - may help customers obtain cheap energy from renewable sources in the future, as it has confirmed its investment in new offshore wind farms.
Millions of Brits may rely on savings to pay energy bil - 22/03/2012
A large number of people in the UK may be forced to dip into their savings in order to pay for expenses such as gas and electricity.
'Kidfluence' pressures parents to save energy - 22/03/2012
The influence of young people may help many families get cheap electricity by pressuring parents to save energy.
Energy sector 'must rebuild trust' - 21/03/2012
Energy suppliers in the UK must work to rebuild the trust of consumers if they are to attract new customers who may look to compare gas deals, it has been stated.
Green Deal 'represents a new approach' to efficiency - 21/03/2012
The government's flagship Green Deal policy should help transform the country's housing stock and enable more people to get cheap gas and electricity.