small businesses
It will support 259 projects across 38 states that cover security and resilience, renewable energy, energy storage, carbon capture and conversion and fusion energy
The technologies include climate research tools, improved batteries for EVs and commercialising a new low cost and efficient hydrogen energy storage system
Automated waste sorting technology and methane monitoring systems will be among the projects to be backed
The government has also launched a consultation on improving the charging experience
The government has launched a call for evidence on various proposals for a new Business Energy Efficiency Scheme
Microbusinesses paid 35% more for their electricity in the first quarter of 2018 compared with larger firms
This is despite many viewing themselves as cost-savvy
A new platform through which small businesses can switch energy suppliers has been launched. Switching Energy’s app enables firms to review live quotes in real-time for their energy supply contract. They will be able to accept the prices and move to a different supplier in one transaction using an e-signature. Founder Jon Davies said: “Having […]
One in 10 small businesses are now generating their own electricity on site, according to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). It said 12% of its members are primarily using solar panels to produce their own energy, which showcases small businesses are realising the benefits the renewable source offers. Since 2012, the cost to install […]
Small businesses need to be more involved if the UK is to hit its climate targets. The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) believe small and independent firms are key to closing the carbon gap – the government just needs to offer them improved incentives and reduce barriers to going green. Its new report suggests the […]