Who pays? Future heat and the elephant in the room

12 March 2021

We have just 15 years to build a supply chain capable of installing 1.6 million low carbon alternatives to gas boilers each…

Mind the gap? The curious case of the ‘Future support for low carbon heat consultation’ and the missing millions

10 March 2021

This is the first in a series of two articles on the UK Government’s planned support for low carbon heating in homes…

How innovative technologies can help people withstand Covid-19 and build climate resilience

25 February 2021

Since the Covid-19 pandemic began, it has become clear that affordable, energy efficient appliances can help people in the world’s poorest countries…

Smart meters explained: what you need to know

27 January 2021

We answer some frequently asked questions about smart meters – from how much they cost to when you might get one.

Energy labels are changing: here’s what you need to know

12 January 2021

The new energy label, which will appear in shops and online from March 2021, will feature a new, simpler range: A to…

Five sustainable innovations to keep an eye on

3 November 2020

From 3D solar panels to a new system that cleans and reuses water from your washing machine, we take a closer look…

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…

Are smart homes the key to a lower carbon footprint?

29 June 2020

Smart devices and smart appliances make our lives more convenient. But are they the key to reducing our carbon footprint?

Innovative products that have caught our eye

18 March 2020

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

12 March 2020

The Green Economy Fund has supported over 33 innovative projects across Scotland so far. We round up 10 of the latest.