House buyers to get better energy information on prospective houses

Energy information on properties will be made clearer through new and improved Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). According to the Government, homebuyers will now have a better idea of how to improve the energy efficiency of their homes. Alongside the recommendations for improvements, the new certificates will indicate to the consumer whether they can be funded […]

New tariffs for non-solar could drop as much as 41%

The proposed changes to the feed-in tariff rates for wind power could see support cut by up to 41%. DECC aim to introduce the amendments by October of this year, but have so far faced mixed reactions to the changes. Kevin Parslow, CEO of small turbine manufacturer Evance Wind said: “We are disappointed that DECC […]