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Triple glazing costs: How much can you expect to pay for extra insulation?
By Steve Jenkins published
Triple glazing costs more than double glazing but it has a host of benefits. Here we look at what they are and how much you will need to budget for an upgrade

Which? calls for a review of EPC rating systems
By Sam Webb published
EPCs are not meeting the needs of householders, the consumer watchdog claims

How could Labour’s Energy Security Bill affect homeowners?
By Sam Webb published
Labour has committed to renewable energy and infrastructure in a bid to lower energy costs for households

Government announces plans to build new gas power stations to ‘lower energy costs’
By Sam Webb published
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the decision will help the UK reach its 2035 net zero goals in a "sustainable way"

This is how much Future Homes Standard proposals could cost self builders
By Joseph Mullane published
The Future Homes Standard could increase how much new homes cost to build by implementing new Building Regulations to improve the energy efficiency of homes. We take a look at how much these costs could be

What is a Waste Water Heat Recovery system?
By Joseph Mullane published
Waste Water Heat Recovery systems could be required in all new homes by 2025 so it is important to understand exactly what this system is, what its benefits are, as well as how much it could cost you

Carbon-neutral brick unveiled in the UK — promising to 'change the industry'
By Joseph Mullane published
UK start-up develops a carbon-neutral brick that it says can help cut emissions and change the government's mind about bricks being a viable eco-friendly building material

Demand Flexibility Service: How to get paid for switching off your electric
By Amy Willis last updated
By turning your power off during peak hours when the scheme is running, the National Grid will pay you up to £3 per kWh saved if signed up to the Demand Flexibility Service
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