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DECC to use capacity market to encourage electricity demand reduction

22 May 2013, 10:11 Updated: 22 May 2013, 13:46

The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) will use the proposed capacity market included in the Energy Bill to encourage electricity demand reduction in the UK.
Which? survey reveals Green Deal home buyer concerns

20 May 2013, 10:12 Updated: 20 May 2013, 11:23

Prospective home buyers are wary of purchasing properties with a Green Deal loan attached to it, according to a survey by consumer watchdog.
Green Deal interest continues to grow with 7,400 assessments in March

11 April 2013, 09:28 Updated: 12 April 2013, 15:36 | Comments (4)

The latest figures released by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) reveal that interest in the Green Deal is gathering pace.
Stepnell investment to create new jobs at EvoEnergy

28 February 2013, 13:23 Updated: 28 February 2013, 13:30

Nottingham-based renewable installer, EvoEnergy, has announced that it has secured investment from UK construction and civil engineering company, Stepnell.
UK’s first ‘Solar House’ to be built in Leicestershire

26 February 2013, 15:44 Updated: 26 February 2013, 16:12 | Comments (2)

The UK’s first carbon neutral ‘Solar House’ has been granted planning permission by Harborough District Council.
Updated: European Commission to take UK to court over reduced solar VAT rate

21 February 2013, 14:32 Updated: 25 March 2013, 11:09 | Comments (4)

The European Commission has announced that it will refer the UK to the EU Court of Justice over the reduced VAT rate for the supply and installation of energy-saving materials, which includes solar PV and solar thermal modules.
Plymouth Council looks to solar in city energy efficiency plan

05 February 2013, 17:12 Updated: 05 February 2013, 17:51

Solar panels could be installed on Plymouth City Council buildings as part of an energy efficiency scheme due to be considered by the Devon authority.
Cameron wants to make UK a ‘global showcase for green innovation’

04 February 2013, 17:39 Updated: 04 February 2013, 18:36

David Cameron has laid out his ambitions for the UK to become a global leader in green innovation and energy efficiency.
Travis Perkins expands renewables offer with Solfex acquisition

30 January 2013, 15:15 Updated: 30 January 2013, 15:25

Building merchant Travis Perkins has announced the £8 million acquisition of solar distribution company Solfex Energy Systems.
The Green Deal launches amid renewed criticism

28 January 2013, 10:58 Updated: 28 January 2013, 11:37 | Comments (4)

After a protracted ‘soft’ launch, the Green Deal scheme has officially launched to the British public today.