‘UK businesses unprepared for net zero’

A survey indicates that only 35% of smaller firms fully comprehend the net zero target, in contrast to 56% of larger enterprises

‘Energy sector upskilling crisis jeopardising UK’s net zero goals’

Nearly half of energy sector workers doubt the readiness of businesses in the sector to meet the target for decarbonising energy production, new survey shows

Half of UK SMEs increase prices to offset rising energy bills

Nearly 90% of UK SMEs have experienced energy cost hikes, with companies resorting to raising prices and investing in energy-efficient measures to counter the impact

EDF supports small businesses by joining ‘blend and extend’ initiative

The Federation of Small Businesses has announced that EDF has joined the scheme, allowing small businesses on high-cost fixed tariffs to adjust their contracts

SMEs stunned as energy bills skyrocket by 500%

SMEs in the West Midlands are facing increases in their energy bills, ranging from 167% to 500%, according to a new report

EDF supports 15,000 small businesses hit by energy crisis

The energy supplier plans to offer lower-priced energy contracts to a number of SMEs

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

SME contract changes drive energy supplier switching to new high

Nearly 199,000 changes of supplier took place in April, marking a 12% increase from the previous month

Drones win government funding for greener freight

The government has awarded £1.2 million in funding to nine innovative freight projects which aim to reduce emissions

British Gas to provide energy grants to SMEs amid crisis

Struggling pubs, restaurants, hairdressers and charities will soon be able to apply for a slice of a new £15 million fund