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Research has revealed that 12 percent of homes in England and Wales could benefit from Solid Wall Insulation (SWI) under the Green Deal’s ‘golden rule’.

As the UK solar industry moves closer towards the announcement of the latest feed-in tariff consultation, many installers are becoming increasingly concerned that consumers have lost interest in the technology. With energy bills continuing on an upwards trend, and the recession going back for another dip, is there hope for UK consumers out there?

National science academies of 15 countries – including the Royal Society, the UK’s national academy of science- issued joint statements warning Governments about the need to address the planet’s most pressing challenges, namely: Climate change, energy and water security and natural disasters.

In a bid to fight for the survival of the UK solar industry all four major trade associations have today come together for the first time. The British Photovoltaic Association (BPVA), the Micropower Council (MPC), the Renewable Energy Association (REA) and the Solar Trade Association (STA) have this morning revealed their affiliation in a bid to form a united front against the feed-in tariff fiasco.

Caroline Lucas, the leader of the Green Party has announced that she will not be seeking re-election after the end of her second term.

Friends of the Earth has warned that the upcoming Electricity Market Reform (EMR) is David Cameron’s last chance to keep his promise to lead the ‘greenest Government ever’.

The National Skills Academy for Environmental Technologies has opened its first centres in Wales. Located at Llandrillo and Neath Port Talbot Colleges, the centres will support renewable installers in the North and South of the country.

Centrica, the largest British-based ‘Big Six’ member has warned that millions of households across the UK can expect their utility bills to rise over the coming months.

Clugston Distribution Services is celebrating its 75th anniversary by raising £75,000 for a number of different charities.

Ingenious Clean Energy has now closed its Ingenious Energy Efficiency EIS Fund, exceeding its £10 million target. The finance mechanism, which is thought to be the first of its kind in the UK, will be used to support businesses which provide energy efficiency services in commercial and industrial properties.