Think your electric car will shield you from fuel rises? Think again
EV charging costs are expected to increase amid an anticipated rise in electricity costs caused by the Iran crisis Chaos on energy markets caused by the war in Iran is set to lumber EV owners with higher charging bills
Oil and gas prices are soaring. Some countries are ready with solar panels and EVs
As the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran continues, the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, cutting off a quarter of oil and natural gas supplies from the rest of the world. Qatar has shut down its liquified natural gas or LNG
When Fossil Fuel Supplies Falter, Interest In Renewables Increases
People who drive conventional cars sneer at those of us who drive EVs. Why take the risk of running out of battery power when there is always a gas station just a few miles away? That is an excellent
Solar energy becomes most wanted asset for people buying new builds
This comes after a nationally representative survey of 2,500 adults conducted by E.ON found that 75% of British people would prefer to buy a newly built house with solar panels over than one without, and 68% believe solar panels should
What a ‘super El Niño’ could mean for your weather forecast in 2026
The ever-shifting, interconnected system of global air and ocean currents dictates the weather we experience daily. This year, however, scientists are warning that a particularly potent version of one of Earth's most infamous climate phenomena, El Niño, could dramatically alter
Are solar panels worth it in the UK?
There’s been significant growth in solar panel installations, as more of us look for ways to become energy-independent (or at least offset some costs). Having had solar installed recently (check out my BOXT Solar review for more details), I’ve
Explained – Solar Battery Myths vs Reality: What Consumers Need To Know About Energy Storage
Solar batteries are becoming an important part of modern renewable energy systems, especially as more homes and businesses install solar panels. However, many myths and misunderstandings still surround solar battery technology. These misconceptions often discourage people from adopting energy
Three-quarters of housebuyers ‘would buy a newbuild house with solar’
Three‑quarters of housebuyers say they are more likely to buy a newbuild house fitted with solar panels than one without, according to new research by E.ON UK. The nationally representative survey of 2,500 adults also found widespread support for
Iran crisis exposing Britain’s energy vulnerability: clean power offers protection
The war reveals Britain’s exposure to volatile fossil fuel prices. More North Sea drilling will not shield households, building domestic green energy will. What should Britain do when war in the Middle East sends energy prices soaring? If the
