Why more mega solar farms are coming to the countryside
The energy industry expects more plans to emerge to convert countryside into solar farms after the government pledged to treble the UK's capacity to generate solar power over the next five years. Critics say they will harm rural settings, but
‘Rising star’: EU made more electricity from solar than coal in 2024
More electricity was made from sunshine than coal in the EU last year, a report has found, in what analysts called a “milestone” for the clean energy transition. Solar panels generated 11% of the EU’s electricity in 2024, while coal-burning
A History Of Solar Panels Over The Last 40 Years
Solar technology has matured massively in recent times with the cost and payback period of commercial installations for businesses being lower than ever. This has made solar a popular option for businesses of all sizes in hopes of reducing their
Global economy could face 50% loss in GDP between 2070 and 2090 from climate shocks, say actuaries
Exclusive: Report by risk experts says previous assessments ignored severe effects of climate crisis The global economy could face 50% loss in gross domestic product (GDP) between 2070 and 2090 from the catastrophic shocks of climate change unless immediate action
You can save up to 85 per cent on energy bills with a home battery – but could you also have a ‘zero bill’ home?
Homeowners could save up to £796 per year on their energy bills by installing a battery storage system in their home, according to The Energy Savings Trust. For a three-bedroom home, with average energy prices, this could equate to as
As EV sales surge, the UK car industry could be about to reach a turning point
Last year, electric car registrations in the UK topped those of Germany. The number of UK sales (382,000 vehicles) came from growth of 21.4% on 2023, making the UK the largest market for electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe for the
Six new driving laws for 2025: a business guide
The government’s rules for drivers are evolving in 2025, with changes to tax, fuel duty, and regulation around electric vehicles (EVs). Don’t get caught out and learn the latest about driving laws. Whether it’s just you and your van or
Norway on track to be first to go all-electric
Norway is the world leader when it comes to the take up of electric cars, which last year accounted for nine out of 10 new vehicles sold in the country. Can other nations learn from it? For more than 75
Will policy changes trap Chinese PV companies?
Clean energy is one of the most important solutions in the fight against climate change, and solar photovoltaic (PV) power plays a central role. Most regions and governments are encouraging the use of solar systems to replace traditional energy, even
