Category: Energy & Efficiency
UK’s Clean Power 2030 Plan to slash gas imports, boost energy security
The UK's Clean Power 2030 Action Plan is projected to dramatically reduce the nation's reliance on gas imports for power generation, according to a new analysis by energy think-tank Ember. The plan, focused on expanding low-carbon energy sources, is expected to cut gas imports by 57%, bolstering energy security and shielding consumers from volatile global…
Heat pump adoption to surge but challenges remain, say Juniper Research
Image: https://www.homeenergyscotland.org/heat-pumps The global number of homes using heat pumps is projected to reach 238 million by 2029, a 35% increase from 177 million in 2025, according to a new study from Juniper Research. This growth, driven largely by government regulations like the UK's Clean Heat Market Mechanism, still only represents…
Understanding the Costs: Factors Affecting Hot Water System Replacement in Australia
Hot water systems are integral to every Australian household, providing essential comfort and functionality. They heat water for bathing, cooking, and cleaning—tasks that form the backbone of daily routines. However, when these systems reach the end of their lifespan, replacement becomes necessary. At this juncture, many homeowners realise that the costs associated with replacing a…
Solar power overtakes coal use in EU for first time
A new report from the energy think tank Ember reveals a significant shift in the EU's energy landscape. Solar power generation surpassed coal for the first time in 2024, accounting for 11% of the bloc's electricity, while coal generation fell below 10%. This marks a significant milestone in the EU's transition to renewable energy sources.…
Which? research reveals the best and worst energy firms
Octopus Energy, Utility Warehouse and 100Green have been crowned as Which? Recommended Providers in the consumer association's annual energy firm survey, as some of the biggest firms languish at the bottom of the rankings. From September to October 2024, Which? surveyed almost 12,000 energy customers for its annual customer satisfaction survey. The consumer association also…
The Climate Tech Your Home Needs Right Now
Climate control is a really important part of any home. After all, no one wants to be sweating and sticking to the sofa in the summer. Nor do they want to have their teeth chattering as they shiver silently in the winter. Luckily these days, tons of tech innovations can help you to keep your…
Which? estimates energy and broadband customers lost nearly £300 million to poor customer service in the last year
Which? research has found energy and broadband customers lost an estimated £298m and 27.3 million hours to poor customer service in a year. Which? surveyed more than 4,000 people to uncover how many people had a customer service issue in the year to May 2024 and how poor customer service impacted their finances, time and…
OXCCU opens sustainable aviation fuel production facility at Oxford Airport
OXCCU, a leading carbon-to-value company converting carbon dioxide into fuels, chemicals and plastics, has unveiled its first official demonstration plant, OX1, at Oxford Airport. Located at Oxford Airport, the OX1 plant represents a significant advancement in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production, claims OXCCU. Through its novel catalyst and reactor design,, the plant will convert carbon…
Scientists develop light-absorbing material to generate solar power without silicon
Dr Shuaifeng Hu, Post Doctoral Fellow at Oxford University Physics. Image credit: Martin Small. Scientists at Oxford University Physics Department have developed a revolutionary approach that could generate increasing amounts of solar electricity without needing silicon-based solar panels. Instead, their innovation works by coating a new power-generating material onto the…
3 in 4 solar panel owners have used UK’s government subsidies
Property owners who accessed incentives or rebates for purchasing solar panels saved approximately £3k on average Almost three in four (73%) homeowners with solar panels used an incentive or rebate to fund them Solar Together has proved the most popular scheme, with 3 in every 10 who took advantage of an incentive or rebate opting…
