Innovations in the war on plastic: making progress in 2021

1 July 2021

From plastic shopping bags to water bottles, plastic pollution is now one of the world’s most pressing environmental issues.

Air source heat pump: a low carbon heating solution for a rural, off gas home

24 June 2021

We sat down with Sadie Dainton to find out more about her personal experience of installing and owning a low carbon heating…

Net zero, carbon emissions and homes: what’s the connection?

10 May 2021

Making changes to your behaviour at home – as well as making improvements to your home itself – can all help to…

Choosing a green website hosting service

6 May 2021

We chose a website hosting provider that uses 100% green-sourced power for our brand new website, which launched to the public in…

World Health Day: innovative technologies using clean energy to improve health

7 April 2021

We look at two organisations who received funding for projects that support the overall wellbeing of individuals, health and care workers.

How can energy access programmes increase accessibility for disabled people?

31 March 2021

A new report explores how programmes, manufacturers and distributors of appliances in developing countries can address the needs of people with disabilities. 

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…