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A new international certification scheme for small scale renewable energy has been proposed by prominent UK solar industry players. The International Renewable Energy Certification Organisation (IRECO) was introduced to energy ministers who attended the Clean Energy Ministerial last week in London.

As someone working in the UK solar industry you will be aware that Government’s flagship energy policy, the Green Deal, will be encroaching on your territory soon. And, since this is yet another new area of business many are, understandably, concerned about the impact this mechanism will have on their current work – but fear not. If you’re a qualified energy assessor or home inspector, or if you know someone who is, you could easily add a Green Deal string to your bow.

Trina Solar Limited has today announced that it will launch a new partner programme for installers in the UK on May 1, 2012. The programme is called Trina Solar Partner Plus and offers a number of benefits to registered members including personalised technical service, active sales support, exclusive offers and first hand information.

Midlands-based renewable energy specialist Eco2Solar is backing a Kidderminster school pupil in her quest to travel to Thailand and Cambodia to help local people living in deprived villages.

The University of Wolverhampton Science Park has this month completed a landmark solar photovoltaic project aimed at reducing the centre’s carbon emissions and promoting low carbon technologies.

Local installer SunGift Solar has completed a multi-roof PV system on a Devon sailing club. The installed arrays will see Exe Sailing Club generate enough energy to provide almost all of its electricity needs and help them take a significant step towards achieving their dream of becoming a self-sustainable business.

Yorkshire-based Greenbuy Energy has announced a new scheme that could see local residents benefit from huge savings on their energy bills.

Runcton Farm Shop in Chichester not only grows its own fruit and vegetables on-site but also produces its own electricity on-site, thanks to a new solar array.

UK consumers’ energy bills have risen dramatically in recent years, with an average increase from £605 in 2004 to £1,060 in 2010. These ever-increasing bills are continuing to put pressure on UK living standards, and can be attributed to a lack of both supplier competition and production efficiency.

Hemsworth Rugby Club has seen its fair share of changes through the years, from humble beginnings at local pubs to owning their own Clubhouse, playing fields and training areas.