Category: Energy & Efficiency
Electrical recycling fund launches to tackle growing e-waste challenge
Material Focus, the not-for-profit Recycle Your Electricals campaign for the UK, is launching a new £2.5 million funding opportunity to make it easier for UK households to recycle their electricals. […]
5 things to do if you suspect an energy provider is overcharging you
As energy costs soar this winter, many British homeowners are struggling to afford bills, especially if they are charged for more than they’ve used. This year, the UK’s Ofgem warned energy suppliers […]
8 tips to cut the cost of heating bills this winter
Many households will be worried about the impact of rising energy prices this winter – and into next year – following the government’s announcement that the energy price guarantee for […]
Energy Price Guarantee – 5 tips to help you save money on your bills
On 1st October, the government’s energy price guarantee will come into effect, limiting the amount you can be charged per unit of gas or electricity. However, the new rates are […]
Warning over scam messages for energy support
People are being warned to look out for fake emails and texts claiming to offer discounts on energy bills. A number of different scams have been circulating, including some that […]
Sainsbury’s partners with Williams to fund sustainable start-ups
As part of its pledge to reach Net Zero in its own operations by 2035, Sainsbury’s has announced the launch of Sainsbury’s Innovation Investments. It plans to invest a minimum […]
Top 10 European cities for air quality/EV uptake revealed
New research has found that five UK cities have made it into the top ten list for the best electric vehicle uptake and air quality in Europe. The study, by Vanarama, […]
Google and UK Power Networks develop digital versions of cable maps
Google’s artificial intelligence division is hoping to revolutionise hand-drawn maps of electricity cables in a move that could benefit the global utility industry. Google’s DeepMind engineers have partnered with UK […]
Vodafone signs 10-year deal for three new UK solar farms
Vodafone has signed a 10-year agreement for power generated from three new solar farms in Lincolnshire, Worcestershire and Nottinghamshire, helping to support its ambition to achieve net-zero UK operations by […]
8 in 10 small business owners want to be greener – but don’t know how
A study of 500 UK SME owners found despite 91 per cent believing it’s important to be sustainable, many struggle due to a lack of guidance (42 per cent), efficient […]
