‘UK must boost investment by two thirds for net zero by 2050’

Delaying action on net zero policies until the 2030s would result in reduced private sector investment, according to a new report

UK’s green power growth falls behind global peers

A new study reveals a 2.9% yearly increase in the UK’s renewable and nuclear electricity output from 2023 to 2030, positioning the country at the bottom among major economies

Cost concerns push green agenda down the priority list for SMEs

Over half of SMEs cite the inability to prioritise green practices due to core expenses, according to a new survey

Midlands ‘experiencing energy jobs boom’

The Midlands has created more than 5,200 jobs in the energy and environment sector in the last five years. A new study by Oxford Economics also found the region has created more jobs in this sector than other parts of the UK. Its report showed 43% were created in Coventry alone. Employment in other towns […]

Retailers’ utility bills rise nearly £3bn in two years

Retailers’ electricity, gas and waste costs have soared nearly £3billion over the last two years. According to new research by Oxford Economics, utility costs have risen 17% since 2010 to £2.7 billion in 2012. That’s despite retailers investing to slash energy use by 20% since 2008. The figures are part of a wider survey commissioned […]

Do you have a smart meter in your firm?

Have you installed a smart meter in your business? If not, it may be time to do so as a new report claims it could help British businesses save around £230 on their energy bills every year. According to the report published by British Gas and Oxford Economics, small to medium sized businesses could save […]