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Scotland changes its EPC requirements, so how much does it now differ from the rest of the UK?
By Joseph Mullane published
From Oct 2026, Scottish homes get new EPC ratings, improved reports, and digital tools to help owners cut energy bills and boost efficiency

IKEA launches UK home energy range featuring solar panels, EV chargers and heat pumps
By Joseph Mullane published
The retailer expands into domestic renewables in the UK with new products covering solar, storage, heating and electric vehicle charging

Energy debt hit record levels amid warning it will rise further without nationwide home retrofits
By Joseph Mullane published
Energy debt at record level amid warning it will rise further without nationwide home retrofits

Households told to act now on meter readings as energy bills rise tomorrow
By Joseph Mullane published
Energy expert issues urgent warning as one in six say they ‘can’t afford’ any more price rises

UK’s reliance on Chinese renewable energy tech rises as Octopus signs deal for Chinese wind turbines
By Joseph Mullane published
Octopus Energy teams up with Chinese wind turbine maker Ming Yang as the UK increasingly relies on imported renewable technology

Balcony solar panels are now on sale on Amazon — and they’re cheaper than you’d think
By Joseph Mullane published
DIY-friendly solar kits now start under £65

How indoor solar panels could power the next generation of smart devices
By Joseph Mullane published
New indoor solar panel technology could offer a potential power source for low-energy devices using everyday indoor lighting

Hundreds of thousands of homeowners relieved as meter switch-off is delayed
By Joseph Mullane published
Delay spares more than 300,000 homes from potential energy chaos as suppliers race to replace outdated RTS meters
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