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Approximately one million households, and hundreds of businesses, are set to receive extra energy support thanks to a £6 billion allocation aimed at increasing energy efficiency and reducing consumption & spending. Where Is It Going? The government is set to invest up to £12.6 billion by 2028 to promote the creation of tens of thousands...
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Insulation is a key component of energy-efficient buildings, helping to create a comfortable living or working environment while minimising the need for excessive heating or cooling. It also plays a crucial role in reducing energy & heat consumption, ultimately saving money for both homes and businesses. In this article, we will delve into the different...
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Additional funding of £80 million, from the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) Phase 2.2, will enable more tenants in social housing to benefit from energy efficiency improvements in their homes. What Is The SHDF? The Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund is public funding that’s made available to both reduce the carbon emissions and increase the energy...
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Are you curious about solar panels and how they can revolutionise your energy consumption? In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into what solar panels are, how they work, their benefits, and whether they’re worth the investment! What Are Solar Panels? Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels are devices that convert sunlight into electricity. They are typically...
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Yesterday, Rishi Sunak announced a range of upcoming changes coming to Government policies supporting our country’s transition to Net Zero. He stated that it was a “new approach” designed to protect “hard pressed British families” from rising living costs. Policy Changes Amongst the list of updates, the most notable change was made to the Boiler Upgrade...
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With the aim of enhancing the uptake of heat pumps in homes across the country, the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is proposing a change of criteria for those applying for funding through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. Current Criteria The Boiler Upgrade Scheme is part of a broader effort to make homes...
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In an era of growing environmental consciousness and rising energy costs, retrofitting your home for energy efficiency could become a key method of reducing your carbon footprint and saving money on utility bills. Fortunately, there are a variety of strategies and technologies available to help you transform your residence into an energy-efficient haven. In this...
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In an era of increasing environmental consciousness and a growing need for energy-efficient solutions, the concept of Passive House (or Passivhaus) has emerged as a pioneering standard for sustainable building design. In this article we aim to shed light on what Passive House standards entail and how designers, developers, and homeowners can strive for compliance....
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On the 15th June 2023, the UK’s “Building Regulations: Part L “ transition period came to an end and it has now become mandatory for buildings to reach lower emissions targets. Compliance with the new regulations is essential for those engaged in the construction of new residential or commercial buildings in England, and this article...
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Ofgem (the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets) is the Government regulator for the UK’s electricity and natural gas markets. They regulate all aspects of the energy market, from generation at the power plants right through to supplying the end consumer (and everything in-between). They’re mainly responsible for price controls and enforcement, acting in the...
