Solar power becoming standard even in UK’s soggy summer
Previously the idea was to sell electricity back to the grid, now the object is to power all of a households needs When solar panels were first sold in large numbers and heavily subsidised by the UK government using feed-in
King’s speech promises a clean energy transition to lower consumer bills
The King’s Speech this morning (17 July) established the Labour government’s commitment to a clean energy transition. The King’s Speech is written by the government and read at the State Opening of Parliament. Keir Starmer’s government has proposed a package
Industry applauds Solar Taskforce relaunch
The UK government has reactivated the Solar Taskforce as part of a series of plans to speed up the delivery of solar energy across the country. The joint government-industry body is co-chaired by Chris Hewett, chief executive of Solar Energy
Top 10 benefits of choosing an electric vehicle
Benefits of Electric Vehicles What are you waiting for? Your key questions - asked and answered! As the world shifts towards sustainable living, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular. For both the seasoned EV enthusiast and those new to
The electric cars with the longest range to get you to Paris for the Olympics
Overwhelmed public infrastructure, “green rage” at charging points and long waits to top up batteries – driving to the Olympic Games in France this summer could be stressful for those in the wrong electric vehicle. Ticketholders might also find a
Harnessing the sun: How solar panels can reduce your business costs
In recent years, the global push for sustainable energy solutions has gained considerable momentum. Among the various renewable energy sources, solar power stands out as an accessible and efficient option for businesses aiming to reduce operating costs. By installing solar
New energy secretary Ed Miliband sets out priorities for net zero 2030
Ed Miliband, the newly appointed secretary of state for Energy Security and Net Zero, has unveiled his priorities for the department, emphasising a transition towards clean energy and economic parity for the UK public. In his first message to the
Reeves to ‘scrap England onshore wind ban’
The new UK Labour government is set to lift the de-facto onshore wind ban in England, Rachel Reeves will declare in her first major speech as Chancellor. Reeves will make the pledge as part of an overhaul of the planning
Final coal shipment delivered to UK’s last coal-fired power station
The UK’s last remaining coal-fired power station has received its final shipment of coal ahead of shutting down later this year. Uniper’s Ratcliffe-on-Soar coal-fired power station received the 1,650-tonne delivery, transported by GB Railfreight, which is expected to be the