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UK on track for best year ever for renewable energy
MCS data reveals that 2023 is a record-breaking year for solar panels and heat pumps in the UK. More households are going green, with installations up 62% compared to last year.
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AceOn shortlisted for premier export award
Congratulations to AceOn, a UK renewable energy and battery specialist, has been shortlisted for the exporter of the year title at the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards.
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Octopus tackles grid imbalance with free electricity ‘Power-ups’ for customers
Customers will enjoy free electricity when there is excess from abundant renewables
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Heat pump training centre launched for installers in Scotland
NIBE Energy Systems has partnered with Energy Saving Trust, Energy Skills Partnership, and South Lanarkshire College to open a mobile heat pump training facility in Scotland, focusing on training opportunities in remote areas to support decarbonisation and net zero goals.
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CPD certification for course ideal for those new to ground source heat pumps
The GSHPA online training course has been granted CPD Certification
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TÜV Rheinland joins MCS to provide solar panel certification
TÜV Rheinland (China) Ltd. has become the first Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) product certification body outside Europe, focusing on the certification of solar panel products in the UK, with plans to expand into heat pump technology in the future.
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Ideal Heating launches first UK heat pump production line as part of £60m net zero drive
Ideal Heating has launched its first UK heat pump production line as part of a £60m investment in low carbon technologies.
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MCS consultation receives cross-industry response
MCS's six-week consultation on its redevelopment received a substantial response from industry stakeholders, which will shape the future of renewable energy and heating technologies.
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The Big Solar Co-op targets new locations for delivery of community solar projects
Energy co-op aims to unlock huge potential of community-owned solar
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Smart tech business delivers record 10 millionth in-home display
A Chameleon Technology's IHD7 in-home display is now present in 1 in 3 UK homes.
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Partnership will increase qualified retrofitter workforce with investment in social housing upgrades
The three-year partnership with The Retrofit Academy, will accelerate development of green workforce and infrastructure.
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£9m boost to retrofitting with government investment in installer training
Thousands to be trained to retrofit and install insulation to boost energy efficiency in homes across the country.
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Octopus makes EV switch easy with second hand salary sacrifice scheme
Octopus Electric Vehicles makes EVs more accessible with second hand salary sacrifice leasing.
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Octopus partners with Verto to unleash ‘Zero Bills’ renewable homes revolution
Octopus launches clean energy scheme with no bills for householders
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Essential free guide for domestic energy saving businesses launched by Business Companion
New free guide is an essential tool for traders in the domestic energy-efficiency sector.
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Woodford Renewables & SmartTECH launches hub to promote use of renewables
The state-of-the-art Innovation Hub aims to ensure renewable energy is accessible and affordable for all projects.
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Inspiring nextgen installers – Grant welcomes students to learn about heat pumps
Grant's training academy introduces students to low carbon technologies.
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Solar and storage benefits harnessed to slash bills through Octopus Energy / GivEnergy partnership
A ‘next generation’ import / export tariff will harness the benefits of combining solar with storage.
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Call for on-site energy diversification as coal support ends
As coal support ends, there is a need for on-site energy diversification, urging industries to adopt decentralised solutions and improve resilience.
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The Kensa Group announce new CEO appointment
New CEO appointment for The Kensa Group.
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MCS appoints BAB as certification body for small-scale renewables
MCS, the Microgeneration Certification Scheme, has teamed up with the British Assessment Bureau (BAB) to boost the installation of small-scale renewables in the UK.
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Octopus Energy offers financing for heat pumps
Octopus Energy and MBNA Limited have joined forces to offer financing options for heat pumps, making them more accessible to customers. The collaboration aims to simplify the process of purchasing sustainable heating solutions and supports customers in transitioning to more energy-efficient homes.
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Otovo breaks solar installations records
Otovo, Europe's leading marketplace for residential solar and battery installations, reported a record-breaking second quarter in terms of installations and revenue, and anticipates a further decline in solar hardware costs in the near future.
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Silverstone opts for solar-powered EV charging hubs
3ti, a company specialising in Solar Car Parks (SCPs), has successfully installed three pop-up solar car parks featuring integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the prestigious Silverstone racetrack.