EPCs: how to capitalise on open source home energy data

11 May 2017

More data on the UK’s homes has been made freely available than ever before, after the DCLG released all its energy performance…

Green and corporate giants agree: a clean energy transition is needed now

28 April 2017

Only a few years ago, it would have seemed absurd to suggest that Al Gore and Royal Dutch Shell might come out…

Time to test Government’s energy efficiency commitment

23 March 2017

The publication of the Emissions Reduction Plan is a pivotal moment for home energy efficiency in the UK.

How do you renovate your flat and keep neighbours on side?

1 August 2016

Although Simon has had a good experience, there are generally more obstacles to improving flats than houses because of the multiple parties…

Scotland: interest-free loans up to £15,000 to help make homes warmer

25 July 2016

Cold draughts and contradictions were at the heart of the findings of new Energy Saving Trust research on attitudes to home improvements.

Social networking for the community energy sector

4 September 2015

Graham Ayling, head of the Energy Saving Trust Foundation, explains what community groups can learn from the hub, what it’s all about…

The energy potential of farms

16 January 2015

There is 10GW of untapped energy potential down on the UK’s farms, according to new research by Forum for the Future.