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Why Businesses Should Generate Solar Power in Their Carparks

17th Jun 2025
In today’s energy-conscious world, businesses are constantly seeking smarter, more sustainable ways to operate. One of the most underutilised assets many companies overlook is right outside their front door, the carpark. Large, open, sun-exposed carparks…
Liskeard Leisure Centre Goes Green with Major Solar Energy Upgrade

Liskeard Leisure Centre Goes Green with Major Solar Energy Upgrade

13th May 2025
Liskeard Leisure Centre is making waves not just in its pool, but in sustainability. Thanks to a cutting-edge solar installation, the facility is now generating clean energy on-site and reducing its electricity bills in the…
Understanding the Latest Energy Price Cap Increase

Understanding the Latest Energy Price Cap Increase

20th Mar 2025
If you’ve received a notification from your energy provider about the latest electricity price cap increase, you might be wondering how this affects your bills and more importantly, how you can take control of your…
Four Ways to Finance Your Solar PV System For Businesses

Four Ways to Finance Your Solar PV System For Businesses

14th Mar 2025
Considering installing solar PV for your business or organisation? As energy costs rise and sustainability becomes a key business priority, more companies are turning to solar PV systems to power their operations. However, the upfront cost…
Tesla Powerwall 3 Expansion Packs are Here!

Tesla Powerwall 3 Expansion Packs are Here!

4th Feb 2025
Tesla is advancing home energy storage with the introduction of Powerwall 3 expansion units. Specifically designed to compliment the Powerwall 3, these add-ons require no DNO application, simplifying the installation process and reducing costs for systems…
Storm-Ready Solar: How Viridian Solar Stands Strong Amidst UK Weather Challenges

Storm-Ready Solar: How Viridian Solar Stands Strong Amidst UK Weather Challenges

27th Jan 2025
Storm-Ready Solar: How Viridian Solar with their Clearline Fusion Range Stands Amidst UK Weather Challenges As Storm Herminia impacts the UK, it's crucial for homeowners to ensure their solar panels comply with wind load resistance regulations. While…
The Next Q1 Price Cap Increase

The Next Q1 Price Cap Increase

28th Nov 2024
It seems like the trend of rising energy costs is set to continue, with yet another price cap increase. As we approach 2025, UK homeowners are bracing for another rise in energy costs. Starting January 1,…
What does the Autumn Budget mean for Solar PV?

What does the Autumn Budget mean for Solar PV?

6th Nov 2024
The Autumn Budget is the UK government’s key financial announcement each year but what does the budget say about solar PV? Net Zero and Clean Energy 3.74 Transitioning to Net Zero and delivering on the government’s clean…
The Latest Price Cap Change – What you need to know…

The Latest Price Cap Change – What you need to know…

20th Sep 2024
The Upcoming October Price Cap Increase: What to Expect and How to Prepare for it From 1 October to 31 December 2024, energy prices for typical households using both electricity and gas and paying by Direct…
Parking with a Purpose – Solar Carports

Parking with a Purpose – Solar Carports

9th Apr 2024
Revolutionise your parking experience with solar carports – where sleek design meets sustainable energy. Solar energy has become a pivotal technology in both residential and commercial sectors, with solar carports emerging as a notable innovation.…
Mastering Part L for a Brighter Future

Mastering Part L for a Brighter Future

15th Mar 2024
In the construction industry, building regulations serve as guidelines that ensure buildings’ safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Adherence to these regulations is compulsory for new builds and any building undergoing significant renovation or a change in…
The Green Standard: ISO 14001 and the Future of Responsible Business

The Green Standard: ISO 14001 and the Future of Responsible Business

4th Mar 2024
In a world where environmental consciousness is on the rise, businesses are realising the need to embrace sustainable practices. Enter ISO 14001, the game-changer that is revolutionising the way organisations approach environmental management. Protecting the environment…
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2024 Solar Grants for Businesses – West of England

18th Jan 2024
Transforming commercial spaces with cleaner energy A new solar grant is now available for businesses located in the West of England to aid with the installation of solar panels on larger commercial and industrial rooftops. This…
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Homeowners Electricity Bills Set to Rise in 2024 

11th Jan 2024
Homeowners Electricity Bills Set to Rise in 2024  Ofgem announced that from Monday 1st January, the energy price cap of a typical household that uses dual fuel paying by direct debit will increase by 5% compared…
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Future bright for solar industry – but more can still be done

9th Jul 2021
Lighting the Way, a new report from trade group Solar Energy UK suggests that while the UK solar industry could feasibly grow twofold by 2030, if it is to align with net zero targets it…
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Region’s top architects update knowledge and enjoy local cider at SunGift Energy

18th Dec 2019
Some of Devon’s top architects came together to discover the latest technology available in the renewable energy sector, as well as enjoy some local cider, courtesy of SunGift Energy. We have recently moved to new premises…
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New service could revolutionise the home energy market

26th Jun 2018
A start-up that switches users to the cheapest energy tariff could save customers up to £300 a year on their bills, and some predict that this will revolutionise the home energy market. The Labrador energy switcher…
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Increased use of renewables to change the way we fulfil supply and demand needs

26th Jun 2018
By 2020 the UK is predicted to be generating over half of its energy from renewable energy sources. The leading reason for this is that the cost of solar and wind energy is predicted to…
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The financial, environmental and health benefits of LEDs

26th Jun 2018
Perhaps one of the most underrated aspects of a business is its lighting. But what most people consider to be an unremarkable facet of modernity can actually have extensive implications, not just on efficiency and…
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In the wake of Jaguar’s new electric I-Pace, are electric cars green?

26th Jun 2018
The current electric vehicle climate Demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is growing rapidly. In 2018 there is estimated to be over 160,000 of them in the UK, and it’s predicted that by 2040, 55% of all…
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Beware of solar scammers

22nd Mar 2018
Recently we’ve been very concerned to have received numerous calls from worried customers who’ve been told that their solar system is dangerous, or running out of warranty, and must be serviced. Other similar sales pitches…
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Will you be in breach of new EPC regulations?

16th Mar 2018
Are you a landlord who lets property? If so, then you may be affected by upcoming legislation changes. As of April 1st 2018, the new law will prevent landlords from renting their property without an…
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Support for solar is now overwhelming

22nd Dec 2017
In the largest ever survey of views on renewable energy, the UK came out overwhelmingly united in their opinions on the future of green energy. The Ørsted Green Energy Barometer surveyed over 26,000 people across…
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Why the decrease in renewable subsidies doesn’t bother us much

5th May 2017
Documents leaked recently revealed that the Government has provided billions of pounds in subsidies to the fossil fuel industry on the quiet. Click here for the Independent’s coverage of this. Meanwhile, renewable energy subsidies have…
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