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Government confirms locations of pylon upgrade schemes with 10-year energy bill savings for nearby homeowners
By Sarah Harley Published
The government has released details of National Grid upgrades in over 40 locations across the UK. But where are they and how will the bill reduction plans work?

Nobody has successfully claimed a £2500 government grant for air conditioning under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
By Amy Willis Published
The reason behind zero uptake of the scheme is not the fault of homeowners, instead there's reported to be delays in the certification process

Is a home powered only by electricity a good idea or not? Find out the pros and cons of an electro-tech home
By David Hilton Published
From heat pumps to EV chargers, a home where electricity is the main source of power works differently. Energy expert David Hilton explains what's involved and how to keep everything running safely and reliably

Energy bills set to rise as price cap increases by 13% from July
By Joseph Mullane Last updated
The Energy Price Cap rises 13% from July 2026, with average households paying £55 more over three months

Homeowners face strict steps to secure £500 EV charger grant before 2027 deadline
By Joseph Mullane Published
Homeowners may be eligible for up to £500 towards installing an EV charger, but only if they meet strict criteria and complete a defined approval process before installation begins

Thinking of plug-in solar? Expert highlights a key reason some UK homes may not be ready for it
By Joseph Mullane Published
Experts warn that while plug-in solar is making renewable energy more accessible in the UK, not every home is electrically prepared for it

Simple EV charger installs may be a thing of the past due to new rules, says industry expert
By Joseph Mullane Published
New electric rules are making home EV charger installations more complex, with one industry leader warning that there is now far less room for error

Heat pump tumble dryers set to become standard as traditional tumble dryers face ban
By Joseph Mullane Published
Traditional tumble dryers are set to be phased out under proposals led by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, with heat pump tumble dryers expected to become the standard in UK homes
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