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Historic homes to get costly EPC reprieve, but will yours make the cut?
By Joseph Mullane published
Over 12 million homes are predicted to need an EPC upgrade by 2050, although listed buildings are set to be made exempt

Could Trump's trade war make green energy cheaper in the UK?
By Joseph Mullane published
British households may be unexpected winners in the latest round of US-China trade tensions

Will combining solar panels and underfloor heating give you free heating?
By David Hilton published
Energy expert, David Hilton dives into the maths to answer the question of whether using solar panels to fully power your underfloor heating is an option or not

'Eco-envy' sweeps the UK as Brits eye up neighbours' green upgrades
By Joseph Mullane published
New research reveals rising ‘eco-envy’ as green tech becomes the must-have upgrade for British homes

The castle that is aiming to become the UK’s first ever net-zero castle
By Joseph Mullane published
The owner of this 800-year-old castle is on a mission to make it more sustainable with a range of eco-friendly features

Will the UK’s solar power boom be built on the back of slave labour?
By Joseph Mullane published
One MP described the government's decision to block a ban on Chinese solar panels as "a sad and incredible day"

Homeowner has solar panel application rejected — only to find 2,000 acre solar farm is approved next door
By Joseph Mullane published
The homeowner fights the plans for a 2,200-acre solar farm after his local council blocked his own panel plans

Energy bill increase to fund pylon discounts as all households forced to pay 80p more
By Joseph Mullane published
Ed Miliband said increase was a "small price to pay for securing a clean energy future"
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