News for May 2012
'Misleading' article on green energy costs criticised - 11/05/2012
A national newspaper has been criticised for an article that was claimed to distort the cost of renewable power and claimed new regulations will make it hard to get cheap energy.
Centrica warns energy bills set to rise - 11/05/2012
British Gas owner Centrica has warned energy bills could be set to rise this summer, which may persuade consumers to carry out an energy comparison.
People 'should act quickly' to get free insulation - 11/05/2012
Many people looking to get cheap gas and electricity supplies may be seeking out discounted energy deals in order to reduce their bills.
Energy reforms 'must help lower bills' - 11/05/2012
Plans to reform the energy market announced this week must work to offer cheap electricity bills to consumers.
DIYers 'should consider replacing radiators' - 10/05/2012
People who are looking to switch gas supplier to reduce their heating bills may also find there are steps they can take at home to help them get cheap energy.
'Super insulation' helps cut energy bills in half - 10/05/2012
Families in Cambridgeshire have been able to get cheap energy as the result of a pilot scheme to improve the eco-friendliness of their homes.
British Gas reintroduces boiler scrappage scheme - 10/05/2012
People looking to get cheap gas supplies may be able to take advantage of a scheme for British Gas that could improve the efficiency of their heating system.
Govt to introduce electricity reform bill - 10/05/2012
The government has announced it will bring forward a bill to reform the country's electricity market, which could help more people get cheap energy.
Many Brits 'ignoring' smart meter savings - 10/05/2012
A large number of people in the UK are missing out on cheap electricity because they do not understand the benefits of installing smart meters.
DECC gives approval for new wind farm - 09/05/2012
A new wind farm in Wales has been approved by the Department of Energy and Climate Change and could provide local residents with cheap energy as a result.
Community solar scheme 'could cut bills by 40%' - 09/05/2012
A plan to help residents in Bristol get cheap energy could result in many people receiving free solar panels on their homes.
Solar installations see sharp fall - 09/05/2012
People who are looking to get cheap electricity from solar installations have been advised to act quickly before further cuts in subsidies for the technology.
UK energy prices 'set for increases' - 09/05/2012
More people in the UK may look to perform an energy comparison in the near future as the price of gas has been predicted to rise.
SSE fined for doorstep mis-selling - 08/05/2012
Energy supplier SSE has been handed a £1.25 million fine for poor marketing practices in its doorstep selling operations.
Green Deal to emphasise benefits of low-energy bulbs - 08/05/2012
The government is set to encourage people to fit low-energy light bulbs as part of its Green Deal scheme to help people get cheap electricity.
'Urgent action needed' on wind farms - 08/05/2012
A senior conservative MP has warned action needs to be taken now to ensure homeowners will be able to get cheap electricity from wind power.
'Control gap' costs consumers billions - 08/05/2012
'Individuals looking for cheap electricity and gas should take steps to ensure they have good control over their heating systems.