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Low carbon heating project regenerates former mining area 

Vattenfall's district heat network aims to provide low-carbon heating to revive former mining areas in Midlothian, including using heat from mines, reducing emissions, and supporting regional regeneration.
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Clade Engineering celebrates B Corp Certification

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Revamping ESOS: addressing limitations

ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme) is spotlighted with a new story that challenges its one-size-fits-all approach. The scheme, aimed at boosting energy efficiency, faces criticism for its rigidity. 
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Flexible energy demand is critical, both for this winter and for net zero

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Call for Government to protect energy efficient public

The Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE) is pushing for essential minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) for homes. These standards would reduce energy bills, enhance energy security, and improve comfort for households.
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The Great British Insulation Scheme launches

The UK government has launched the £1 billion Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) to improve energy efficiency in homes and lower energy bills.
2 min read
Discover cost-saving energy tips for you to pass on to your customers. This article shares expert advice from Screwfix Top Tradesperson finalists on controlling energy use, addressing power-draining devices, optimising heating systems, and switching to efficient LED lighting.

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Help slash your customers’ energy bills

Discover cost-saving energy tips for you to pass on to your customers. This article shares expert advice from Screwfix Top Tradesperson finalists on controlling energy use, addressing power-draining devices, optimising heating systems, and switching to efficient LED lighting.
6 min read
Despite survey data from The Eco Experts revealing that 73% of Brits believe we are facing a climate emergency, Transport for London's (TfL) Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) initiative remains far from popular.

Opinion

Climate crisis: why is ULEZ so unpopular?

Despite 73% of Brits recognising the climate emergency, Transport for London's (TfL) Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) initiative still faces widespread unpopularity.
2 min read
isoenergy tackles the challenge of creating a heating solution that blends seamlessly with nature's beauty at the 360m² Deer House in this case study. 

Case Study

Sustainable case study at Deer House 

isoenergy tackles the challenge of creating a heating solution that blends seamlessly with nature's beauty at the 360m² Deer House in this case study. 
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New research from BOXT highlights the most popular energy-saving trends across the UK, including heat pumps, smart meters, and energy-efficient appliances

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Concerns as Boiler Upgrade Scheme falls short of targets

The sluggish performance of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) due to low application numbers for heat pump subsidies highlights concerns about the shortage of trained installers in the UK, prompting calls to shift focus towards encouraging manufacturer-funded installer training to support heat pump adoption and net zero goals.
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