Are smart homes the key to a lower carbon footprint?
Smart devices and smart appliances make our lives more convenient. But are they the key to reducing our carbon footprint?
Five ways to save energy and money – at home and on the move
Five ways you can make some sustainable changes that will bring results without breaking the bank or requiring a complete lifestyle overhaul.
Getting the best out of your LED lighting
The chances are you’ve bought fewer bulbs because that was when the EU-wide ban on importing and producing halogen bulbs came into…
Why we should all be saving water
Climate change, and the more extreme weather that comes with it, means that water supply is becoming more unpredictable.
Are home renewables right for you?
Generating your own electricity or heat using renewable technologies could lower your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint.
Energy saving tips for when you’re stuck at home
We’ve put together some energy saving tips to help people reduce energy use at home, save money and help reduce carbon emissions…
Innovative products that have caught our eye
Technological innovation is at the heart of solutions to climate emergency, energy saving and environmental protection.
Ten innovative projects funded by the Green Economy Fund
The Green Economy Fund has supported over 33 innovative projects across Scotland so far. We round up 10 of the latest.
How sustainable are drones?
Drones – or unmanned aerial vehicles – offer a new way of seeing and interacting with the world we live in. But…
Balancing the grid with smart meters
With UK renewables setting new supply records, balancing the national grid is a pressing issue with a simple solution – smart meters.