Making the switch to an electric vehicle

1 September 2020

If you’re thinking about switching to an electric car, you might have some questions about whether an electric vehicle is right for…

Smart time of use tariffs: all you need to know

26 August 2020

A fresh form of electricity billing could boost renewable energy use, reduce the UK’s carbon dioxide emissions, and save people money.

Climate change: what can you do to help?

22 August 2020

In 2020, Earth Overshoot Day falls on 22 August. We look at what you can do to push back this date by…

Ten top sustainable innovations for 2020

5 August 2020

Energy Saving Trust looks at 10 innovations that may - or may not - change the way we interact with our world…

Is renewable heat right for your home?

21 July 2020

In order to reach net zero targets we’re going to need to dramatically reduce the amount of fossil-fuel generated heating in our…

Five ways to save energy and money – at home and on the move

22 June 2020

Five ways you can make some sustainable changes that will bring results without breaking the bank or requiring a complete lifestyle overhaul.

Racing across Europe with zero carbon emissions

17 June 2020

Electric vans are set to play a key role in decarbonising transport; they're great at city driving, where battery range is less…

Collecting sales data provides insight into the off-grid appliance market

17 June 2020

Off-grid appliances are typically powered by solar panels or another energy source independent from the national grid.

Electric bikes explained

7 June 2020

Cycling is more popular than ever, with thousands taking to two wheels during lockdown to get to school, work or the shops.

Retrofit: cleaning up dirty engines

27 May 2020

Heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) are one of the heaviest polluters on the roads. The humble bin lorry could become an unlikely symbol…