North East launches free energy advice service

A new free energy advice service, funded by the North of Tyne Combined Authority and delivered by Energy Saving Trust, will provide tailored guidance to North East residents

Octopus boss backs zonal electricity pricing

Greg Jackson, CEO of Octopus Energy, supports the introduction of zonal locational pricing by the government, citing potential cost savings for consumers and benefits for industry

Octopus to hire up to 4,000 new team members

Octopus Energy has announced plans to hire 3,000-4,000 new team members through its ‘OctoPalooza’ festival to accelerate the rollout of clean energy technology

UK unveils landmark electricity market reform

Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho is set to announce reforms in electricity markets, aiming to potentially save households £45 annually and unlock £35 billion in savings over two decades

Utility Warehouse hits one millionth customer milestone

Having set a target to double its customer base to two million, UW has seen significant growth in recent years

Nearly 62% of UK businesses unaware of energy efficiency support schemes

A survey of 503 UK businesses shows that 62% are unaware of government energy efficiency supports, with 47% deterred by cost concerns from investing in green upgrades

‘Most UK homes reject EVs and solar power over cost concerns’

Nearly 62% of UK households won’t switch to electric vehicles or solar power due to rising costs, according to a new survey

Let there be light

The Carthusian Order is steeped in a thousand years of tradition and routine, yet the Sussex-based monastics demonstrate surprisingly forward-thinking energy and environment policies

Leeds lights up

Leeds City Council has announced the successful completion of its LED lighting scheme, aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in street lighting citywide, resulting in substantial cost savings and carbon reductions

Former Sainsbury’s CEO appointed Chair of OVO Energy

Justin King has been appointed as the new Chair of OVO, replacing Stephen Murphy