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New white paper highlights ‘missed opportunity’ of hybrid heat pumps
The white paper makes a number of recommendations which it says could help enable millions of households to begin their journey to net zero.
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UK grid faces largest upgrade in 60 years to hit net zero targets
The UK’s electricity grid needs the “biggest upgrade since the 1960s” to meet its emissions reduction targets for 2030 and 2050, according to Chris McDonald, parliamentary ...
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UK’s largest power supplier and biggest housebuilder unite for ‘Zero Bills’ revolution
Hundreds of new homes have already been identified which will be targeted for Zero Bills as a result of the new partnership with Vistry Group.
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CTS24 wraps up, driving net-zero progress and sustainable solutions
The 3rd edition of the London Climate Technology Show concluded last week, paving a vital roadmap towards fully decarbonising our planet through sustainable technologies.
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Class act: Greg Jackson inspires students on renewable energy
Octopus Energy’s Greg Jackson hosts virtual lessons on climate change, renewable energy, and net zero, inspiring thousands of students nationwide.
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Vaillant and Derby College Group reshape heating apprenticeships
Vaillant has announced a strategic partnership with Derby College Group (DCG) to transform heating apprenticeship training in the UK, focusing on the skills needed to ...
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Northern regions lead adoption of low-carbon heating
Yorkshire & Humber, North West, and North East lead the UK in electric boiler sales, but cost remains a barrier to wider adoption.
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Octopus Energy launches UK’s first smart tariff for storage heaters
Octopus Energy launches ‘Snug Octopus,’ the UK’s first smart tariff for storage heaters.
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Carbon calculator to help Greater Manchester SMEs achieve net zero
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Greater Manchester SMEs get a boost on their net-zero journey with a free carbon calculator tool, simplifying carbon footprint measurement.
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GSHPA chair shares her heat pump experience after ‘putting her money where her mouth is’
Chair of the Ground Source Heat Pump Association, Laura Bishop, has recently added solar, storage, EV charging and a heat pump to her home. She spoke to REI about her experience, including the benefits, and the niggles.
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MP visits tepeo to champion low-carbon heating tech
Tom Hayes MP visits tepeo to champion innovative heat battery tech, driving greener, more affordable home heating in the UK.
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1 in 4 UK adults unaware of renewable energy schemes, survey reveals
1 in 4 UK adults are unaware of renewable energy schemes.
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Record-breaking growth in 2024 renewable installations
The UK has reached a significant milestone in renewable energy, with over 200,000 certified renewable installations completed so far in 2024, according to the latest data from ...
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Government backs £12m boost for UK heat pump production
Ideal Heating and Gledhill secure £12m to expand UK heat pump production, advancing net-zero goals and boosting low-carbon jobs.
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Why VAT relief on heat batteries is key to making low-carbon heating affordable
tepeo is to cover VAT on ZEB purchases to demonstrate transformative Impact of making low-carbon technologies more accessible for all.
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Leeds PIPES connects 3,000+ dwellings, celebrates major milestone
Leeds PIPES hits a milestone with over 3,000 homes connected, cutting costs and carbon while powering the city’s future.
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Renewable energy leader to advise MPs on decarbonising UK homes
Neil Mitchell of HSEnergy joins MPs’ advisory group to drive sustainable housing policies, tackling energy efficiency gaps for a greener UK.
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Sustainable council homes under construction in Sandwell
Sandwell Council and Seddon Housing Partnership deliver 20 sustainable new homes with renewable energy and bespoke features for tenants.
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Octopus Energy’s offshore wind delivers savings in Grimsby
Octopus Energy’s offshore wind ‘Fan Club’ saves Grimsby residents hundreds.
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Five new firms enter solar market thanks to innovative training programme developed by industry partners
The programme has been developed by an industry partnership including MCS, Solar Energy UK, the Installation Assurance Authority, Waxman Energy and more.
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Swansea energy efficiency firm praises government’s clean power drive during Wales Climate Week
The Swansea-based energy company shares government's vision of a sustainable future.
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Vital Energi drives carbon reduction at Sandwell General Hospital
Vital Energi partners with Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust to reduce Sandwell General Hospital’s carbon emissions.
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Futurebuild, Innovate UK, and NHDG launch the Big Retrofit Challenge
Futurebuild teams up with Innovate UK and NHDG for the Big Retrofit Challenge, seeking sustainable home solutions to tackle decarbonisation.
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Haier powers UK’s close to zero energy home
Haier equips a near-zero energy home in Sheffield with smart appliances, aiming for up to 80% energy savings.
