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Gas and electricity news and energy saving tips
02
Sep
Could Old Oak Trees Lower Energy Prices?
In the face of escalating carbon emissions, recent findings from the University of Birmingham offer a glimmer of hope from an unusual place.
23
Aug
Energy Blow for Struggling Households as Prices Rise
Energy regulator Ofgem has confirmed that the energy price cap will rise to an average of £1,717 annually from 1st October 2024, marking a significant 10% increase in household energy bills.
19
Aug
The Shocking Rise in Energy Theft
Energy theft, an illegal and dangerous activity where individuals tamper with or bypass their energy meters, is rising in the UK.
12
Aug
Concern as Government Cuts Winter Fuel Payments
Recent developments regarding winter fuel payments have sparked a heated debate and widespread concern.
08
Aug
Met Office: Expect Hotter Summers and Wetter Winters
The UK's climate is changing, with both hot and wet days becoming increasingly common, according to the Met Office's latest State of the Climate report.
31
Jul
Crown Estate's Seabed Deal to Power New Wind Farms
In a stride towards self-reliance, Keir Starmer’s Labour government has secured a land deal to facilitate the development of new offshore wind farms.
25
Jul
Should UK Energy Prices Vary By Region?
Greg Jackson, CEO of Octopus Energy, has voiced strong support for reducing electricity bills for people living near wind farms.
19
Jul
What Does Labour’s Win Mean for North Sea Oil?
The North Sea oil industry has been a cornerstone of the UK's economy since BP's historic discovery in 1970.
03
Jul
Could a UK Heatwave Cause Mass Power Cuts?
As a blistering heatwave swept across the Balkan peninsula at the end of June, four countries experienced extensive power cuts, exposing the fragility of their energy infrastructures.
26
Jun
Could Liquid Air Create Jobs and Energy?
Work has begun on a £300m energy plant in Greater Manchester. This plant will store surplus electricity from British wind and solar farms in the form of liquid air.