How To Get Free Solar In Wales
With rising energy costs and a growing emphasis on sustainability, many people in Wales are looking for ways to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. Through the UK government̵
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How Does the ECO4 Scheme Work in Scotland?
If you live in Scotland and want to know how the ECO4 scheme works, then you have come to the right place. In Scotland, ECO4 works just as it does in England and Wales. How Does ECO4 Work? T
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What Energy Suppliers are Obligated to Take Part in ECO4?
The ECO scheme places a Home Heating Cost Reduction Obligation or HHCRO on medium and large energy suppliers that determine if they must take part in the ECO4 scheme. Under the HHCRO, the ob
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Who is Eligible for ECO4 in Great Britain?
The Energy Company Obligation, ECO4, is a government-backed scheme that aims to improve energy efficiency for households that are facing severe fuel poverty in their day-to-day lives. The sc
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Huge Success: 89% of Boiler Upgrade Scheme Vouchers Used
According to newly released data from Ofgem, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme vouchers that were issued were a huge success. The data discusses the amount of money spent on the scheme and its overa
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Is The UK On Track For Its 2050 Net-Zero Goal?
With ‘net-zero’ a term often in the news and a seemingly far-off target of 2050, it’s easy to feel conflicted about the UK’s goal. What’s more, the exact detail
Read MoreHow to apply for the ECO4 grant: Check Eligibility
The Energy Company Obligation 4 (ECO4) is a UK government energy efficiency scheme designed to help reduce carbon emissions and tackle fuel poverty. It primarily targets off-gas homes—hous
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Are Hybrid Heat Pumps Noisy?
Hybrid heat pumps, like any heating or cooling system, can produce some noise during operation. However, compared to traditional heating systems like furnaces or boilers, they are generally
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What Are Solar Panels?
Take a deep look at how solar panels work, discover how it can power your home, and learn some interesting facts!
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What Are Heat Pumps?
Heat pumps are the revolutionary technology to help reach the 2050 net zero goal by replacing older methods of warming homes such as gas and oil boilers. You may be thinking about getting a
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Could We See a Public Energy Company Before General Election?
The Labour Party have revealed plans for what they are calling Great British Energy; a public energy company which the party would own. This has been proposed as part of their objectives to
Read MoreBarclays Bank and British Gas Partner for Energy Efficiency
Barclays Bank and British Gas have extended their partnership to offer half-price home energy efficiency checks. The bank will help its customers explore ways that they could improve their h
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Check your Energy Balance: Energy Suppliers Sat on Billions
Popular comparison site Uswitch.com promptly warns customers that the big energy suppliers are sitting on at least £3 billion of household money. They have concluded that the typical home i
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Friends of the Earth Demand Action!
Friends of the Earth have recently revealed new research that the United Kingdom could be generating 13 times more renewable energy than it already is. This would be enough to power our home
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Martin Lewis has some ideas about drying clothes
Martin Lewis believes that one everyday activity could be the cause of insanely high energy bills. You may have never thought it but drying your wet clothes on radiators could be causing you
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The Hybrid Heat Pump: The Good…and Some of the Disadvantages
Hybrid heat pump systems are gaining traction, by skilfully blending efficient heat pumps with the dependability of traditional boilers. As “hybrid” becomes a buzzword—spanning
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How does a Hybrid Heating System Work?
The easiest way to understand how a hybrid heating system works is by taking a look at hybrid cars. They operate on both petrol and electricity, right? Well, this is exactly how a hybrid hea
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Do Hybrid Heating Systems Save Money?
Operating under the guise of a renewable heat pump system and a traditional boiler, hybrid heating systems will save you money and reduce harmful emissions by automatically switching between
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The Future of Renewable Energy is Out of this World
The future of global renewable energy is looking bright, with 7 countries recently becoming 100% renewable energy operated, it is almost certain that things can only get better, thanks to so
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How to Care for the Planet on Earth Day and Every Day!
Some days it can feel as if we’re constantly lurching from one crisis to another! From the current ‘cost-of-living’ struggles caused by rising food and energy bills to gr
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Government Proposals To Make Energy Deals More Affordable
In a bid to lighter the burden of increasing energy bills and enhance the reliability of existing energy tariffs, the government revealed fresh proposals this week. It’s predicted that the
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The Magnificent Seven Countries that are at 100% Renewable Energy
Seven countries across the globe have reached 100% renewable energy status, generating mostly all of their electricity needs with various renewable energy methods. Reaching an impressive 99.
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Japan’s Biggest Energy Company JERA NEX Makes London Its Home
Two electric power companies that deliver around 30% of electricity to Japan, TEPCO Fuel & Power and Chubu Electric who are known as JERA, have come together to create JERA NEX. JERA NEX
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County court judgements on the rise for those in energy debt
Citizen’s Advice have reported a sharp rise this year in people receiving a county court judgement from their energy supplier. Thankfully, figures are still relatively low.
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Energy Prices Set to be Lower Than Originally Expected
According to Cornwall Insight Ltd. That the UK’s electricity costs will be lower than previously predicted. This will greatly decrease the struggles households are facing when it comes
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The UK Government Energy Security Strategy is Failing
The UK is going backwards in its goal to create energy security. An analysis by the organisation Energy Climate and Intelligence Unit (ECIU) has concluded that the UK government has only del
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The Link Between Financial Stress and Heating Costs
Our mental health suffers when we struggle financially. Trying to get back on track can leave us feeling overwhelmed. And with rising energy prices beyond our control…our financial str
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Poorly Insulated Homes to See an Increase in Energy Costs
Those living in poorly insulated homes could see their energy bills increase by £340 annually, despite the announcement from Ofgem about the new price cap which will be effective from April
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What the Octopus Energy and Shell Energy Customer Transfer Means
In a remarkable industry move, Octopus Energy has successfully migrated 1.3 million Shell Energy customers to its platform, utilising its advanced technology platform, Kraken. This swift mig
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Who are Ofgem?
Ofgem, the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets, is the regulator for the electricity and gas markets in the UK. Established by the government, Ofgem plays a big role in overseeing the ener
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New Price Cap Considered by Ofgem to Reduce Household Bills
Ofgem are considering a change to their price cap; a new system that measures the time of day energy is consumed and factored by consumers vulnerability. Rethinking the Price Cap A consultat
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Energy Secretary Takes Action to Futureproof Energy Security
As the transition to renewable energy takes place, intending to hit the net zero plan and perfect energy security, Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho has announced plans to build new power sta
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Electricity Market Reform Announced, Easing Energy Bills
Plans for an overhaul of the electricity market are set to be revealed by Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho on Tuesday 12th of March. These new plans could save households £45 a year and bil
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2028 Energy Security Crunch Point Prediction
Electricity, like most things, is one of the many aspects of modern society we take for granted. Essentially, electricity is the beating heart of everything; without it, everyday life would
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Cut Your Energy Bills By Joining Our Referral Scheme
We are on a mission to help UK households struggling with energy bills to reduce their energy costs and improve the energy efficiency of their homes. Our goal is to raise awareness about ren
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Energy Standing Charge Increase Impacts Millions of Homes
In a recent move that affects millions of households across the UK, the energy regulator Ofgem has announced notable changes to the energy price cap and standing charges, effective from 1st
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Are solar panels an attractive asset to prospective homebuyers?
Are solar panels an attractive asset to prospective home buyers? Or can they make house sales more difficult? Many UK homeowners worry that having solar energy installed in their property co
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Major Relief for UK Households as Ofgem’s Energy Price Cap Set to Drop Significantly in April 2024
As UK households continue grappling with the rising cost of living, there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Ofgem, the energy regulator, has forecasted a significant drop in the ener
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UK Helplines Awareness Day – ‘Happy 2nd Birthday To You!’
Did you know that the 23rd of February is ‘ UK Helplines Awareness Day’? Many people are unaware that there are hundreds of national and international helplines providing sup
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Martin Lewis’ Top Tips On Solar Panels
With a slew of expert advice and a rapid rise in popularity due to his prodigious financial knowledge, you might be curious about what financial expert Martin Lewis has to say about solar pa
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BESS Set to Lose the VAT
The 1st of February saw the VAT of domestic energy storage systems cut, following an announcement in December last year by the government and Solar Power UK who campaigned for a long time to
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Heat Pumps Are Soaring Thanks to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Government figures show that figures for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme rose by nearly 50% in December last year. This was compared to 2022. The sudden rise in popularity comes from a significant
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The ECO4 Scheme: Who Funds It and Why?
With all of the available government grants, sometimes customers don’t understand where the funding comes from. This lack of information can leave some people sceptical about the legitimac
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Energy Bills Impacting Your Mental Health this Blue Monday?
Energy bills are on the rise, and it feels like they’re only getting higher because of the cost-of-living crisis. Worrying a lot can harm our mental health, especially in winter when we sp
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Solid Wall Insulation: Everything You Need to Know
Some older properties have solid walls instead of cavities. If your house was built before 1920, it is likely made from single-layer solid walls of brick or stone. The bricks will have an al
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Save Energy & Slash Bills on National Cut Your Energy Costs Day
January. The bleakest month of the year. When lights go on earlier and the thermostat works overtime. Christmas is now well and truly done…and a hopefully bright New Year h
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How Much Can Insulation Save You on Energy Bills?
Insulation is a great method for improving a property’s energy efficiency. But as important as this is…people still want to know how much they will save by introducing it to thei
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Why Is Insulation Important For Your House?
Why is property insulation important? Discover how it can improve your home in the winter and how much money you could save.
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Christmas Energy Bills – How to cut Yours This Year!
Whether it’s twinkle lights or the giant inflatable Father Christmas in your front garden. You might have noticed a significant increase in your Christmas energy bills. It wouldn’t f
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The Boiler Upgrade Scheme: A Guide
Find out about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, what is it, what you are entitled to and how you can be eligible.
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Government Grants To Help With Energy Bills
The government energy grants currently available to UK households 2023 - ECO4 Scheme and the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
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Air Source Heat Pumps: Everything You Need to Know
A guide to air source heat pumps, information on how heat pumps work, installation processes, and what support is available to you.
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Ofgem’s new price cap means a 5% increase in energy bills
Get ready for a 5% increase in energy costs next year, announced by Ofgem the energy regulator. Is energy going up in January 2024? Cornwall Insight reports that Ofgem plans to raise the Ene
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