Report update: home energy programmes delivered by Energy Saving Trust in Scotland

31 January 2022

Consistent funding and support from the Scottish Government means that Scotland has the most advanced home energy infrastructure in the UK.

Additional £300,000 for eCargo Bike Grant Fund allocated in 2021

24 January 2022

Following the success of the eCargo Bike Grant Fund 2021 in England, an additional £300,000 was made available to applicants.

Ofgem appointed as heat networks regulator for Great Britain

20 January 2022

The UK Government has appointed Ofgem as heat networks regulator for Great Britain as part of its plan to expand low carbon…

Welsh Government budget prioritises action on climate change through a fair transition

21 December 2021

The Welsh Government's budget for the next three years commits £2.65 billion to address climate change and build a greener nation.

Energy Saving Trust welcomes the Northern Ireland energy strategy

17 December 2021

We are pleased that the strategy goes further than expected on energy efficiency, heat decarbonisation and renewable electricity. It makes an important…

Scottish Budget allocates £350 million to decarbonise homes and buildings

14 December 2021

The Scottish Budget for 2022-23 is expected to help accelerate Scotland’s efforts to become a net zero economy.

The Foundation welcomes new board member and celebrates campaign success

1 December 2021

The Energy Saving Trust Foundation has a key goal to educate and inspire communities to increase their energy savings.

UK Government announces law to install electric vehicle charge points from 2022

22 November 2021

From 2022 new homes, supermarkets, workplaces and buildings in England undergoing major renovations will be required by law to install electric vehicle…

Northern Ireland’s firmus energy announces 38% gas price hike

11 November 2021

From 3 December 2021, firmus energy’s Ten Towns customers in Northern Ireland will be faced with a 38% increase in gas prices.

Retrofitting the UK’s housing stock to reach net zero

11 November 2021

We joined an expert panel to discuss retrofitting ambitions and propose solutions to adopt low carbon energy in our homes.