Category: Energy efficiency
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Martin Lewis says Trump tariffs will bring UK energy bills down ‘but only a little’
Donald Trump’s new trade tariffs are rippling through global energy markets, and UK households could feel the benefit. According to MoneySavingExpert founder Martin Lewis, the “Trump effect” is helping to drive down wholesale energy prices, which means a small drop in domestic bills is likely this summer. The change comes in the wake of US…
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Could Trump’s trade war make green energy cheaper in the UK?
As the US under President Donald Trump escalates tariffs on Chinese goods – particularly clean energy components – industry insiders say the UK could become a key alternative market. The trade war may divert solar panels, batteries, wind turbine parts and heat pump components from the US to Europe, increasing supply and driving down costs.…
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‘Eco-envy’ sweeps the UK as Brits eye up neighbours’ green upgrades
Are you one of the growing number of homeowners eyeing up your neighbour’s eco house with envy? A new report from Electrify Britain reveals that 58% of Brits feel jealous of other people’s homes – especially those fitted with green tech like solar panels, heat pumps and EV charging points. And with energy bills rising…
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The castle that is aiming to become the UK’s first ever net-zero castle
Muncaster Castle, an 800-year-old historic estate in Cumbria, is making history again – this time as it strives to become the UK’s first carbon-zero castle. The Pennington family is transforming their ancestral home into a model of sustainability, installing renewable energy systems to help with running costs. These systems include solar panels, a heat pump…
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Energy bill increase to fund pylon discounts as all households forced to pay 80p more
Households across the UK will see an increase of 80p in their annual energy bills to help fund discounts for people living near new or upgraded electricity pylons. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband confirmed the plan, stating that these slight energy price rises would be used to compensate those who live in close proximity to pylons…
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Homeowners face £5,000 penalty for failing to provide EPC rating
As of 2030, homeowners in the UK will face significant penalties if they fail to provide a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) when selling or renting their properties. Those without an EPC or with an outdated one could be fined up to £5,000. But what kind of EPC do you need and how do you…
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Octopus Energy aiming to provide 100,000 Zero Bill Homes by 2030
Octopus Energy is stepping up efforts to combat rising energy costs by helping to build 100,000 Zero Bills homes. The company aims to deliver these eco homes across the UK by 2030 that could potentially eliminate all energy bills for 5 to 10 years. Powered by renewable energy sources such as solar panels, heat pumps,…
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Free hot water from your WiFi? The smart tech revolution that could help homeowners save
What if your home could turn waste heat from the internet into free hot water? It might sound futuristic, but this idea could become a reality thanks to a trial by British Gas and Heata. At a time when energy price rises continue to put pressure on household budgets, this innovative approach offers a clever…
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When should you turn off your heating this Spring to save money?
With spring on the horizon, many homeowners are wondering: when should you turn off your heating to save money? With energy price rises continuing, switching off at the right time can help cut costs without making your home uncomfortably cold. Experts say the key is not just the date but also how you turn off…
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Plan to relax planning rules to allow small nuclear reactors (SMRs) across the UK sparks backlash
Opposition to Government’s plans to introduce small modular reactors (SMRs) across England and Wales is growing, with critics arguing that the move could lead to unnecessary, unwanted and unsafe developments. Keir Starmer introduced plans to build small modular reactors for the first time in the UK and announced changes to make it easier to gain…