Renewable energy
Government launches £1bn Local Homes Plan to cut energy bills
Communities across the UK will be able to own and control their own clean energy projects, thanks to an up to £1bn funding as part of the Local Homes Plan, from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ).
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Portable wind turbine provides power anywhere with a breeze The Shine 2.0 is small, light and durable and is the brand’s follow-up to its successful 2021 crowdfunding campaign for the Shine 1.0. -
Households need to prepare for severe storms The Met Office has warned of severe storms this winter, meaning UK homes have to prepare for power cuts and potential damage. -
Government pledges to protect homes and businesses from energy chaos Families and small businesses will soon be better protected when things go wrong in the energy market thanks to new consumer rights set out by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. -
Mercedes unveils car that can be powered using solar coating The Vision Iconic prototype was unveiled at Shanghai Fashion Week in China and is the first car to feature the car giant’s ‘solar paint’ photovoltaic solution. -
‘Easy-to-install’ solar kit could revolutionise renewable energy A new type of home solar kit from Muthesius Kunsthochschule that can be installed by anyone without any tools has the potential to revolutionise how households around consume renewable energy, including those in remote regions without access to electricity. -
The advantages and disadvantages of geothermal energy Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source produced by the Earth's natural heat. Find out the advantages and disadvantages of geothermal energy here. -
OVO Energy report says homes could save £23,000 from green tech Households could save as much as £23,000 in the next 15 years by investing in clean energy technology, such as solar panels and heat pumps -
Best new solar technology on the market 2025 Wondering what solar technology has to offer? We've covered all the latest amazing solar advances, from clothes to airplanes. -
What is a solar tree? Space-saving solar generation for urban environments As the world moves towards a more sustainable future, new solar innovations are emerging – and one of the latest is solar trees.