OVO has teamed up with Plunkett Foundation to introduce an initiative across ten community stores, providing free radiator keys and expert advice to help locals save at least £155 on their energy bills

Ynni Cymru is being established to expand community-owned renewable energy initiatives across the country

Created by community renewables firm Sharenergy, it aims to raise £1.2m for three solar installations in the Midlands, with 450kW of total capacity

They include the installation of insulation, heat pumps, replacement of windows and doors, solar technology, energy efficient lighting and energy monitors, among others

That’s the verdict from Community Energy England, which says community-owned initiatives could generate 5,270MW by this time

Around 82% of people think the government should do more to help local communities generate their own energy

Bright Renewables has bought the asset management business of Mongoose Energy

It is working with Verv to explore different billing methods to ensure customers receive clear and fair energy bills

The first renewable auction is set to take place next year, supporting ‘shovel ready’ projects

The five-year agreement is said to be the first of its kind and will include a total capacity of 50MW