Renewable energy resurgence in Wales
Less than 100 years ago Wales was a global leader in the distribution of coal, but earlier this year, alongside England and…
Developing community energy, with some help from Europe
Energy generated and used in local areas opens up a level of independence from the big, dominant energy companies.
Inequality in support for home energy efficiency across UK
Most of us would like to improve the energy efficiency of our homes if given the opportunity; there is financial support available…
Northern Ireland: reducing dependency on oil-fired heating
Swathes of Northern Ireland continue to be dependent on oil heating and are subject to oil price fluctuations as a result.
What role does biomass have to play in our energy supply?
We consider biomass a renewable energy source, if the plants or other organic materials being burned are replaced.
Prosperity for all: a low-carbon future for Wales
Energy Saving Trust Wales policy officer, Max Lacey-Barnacle, discusses how Wales is developing a distinctive approach to the decarbonisation challenge.
Future homes: housing over the next 20 years
The change in energy use has changed the way we use our homes already - but what will this mean for our…
Decarbonisation of heat – a crossroads
Energy Saving Trust renewable heat expert, Ben Whittle, gives his thoughts on the trajectory for low carbon heat in UK homes.
Switching to low-carbon heat: an example from the Netherlands
The UK isn’t the only country facing the challenge of dependence on natural gas - there may be a lesson to be…
Why outside the grid does not mean outside of help
It is typically far more expensive to heat your home off-grid, which creates significant problems for the rural poor.