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Biomass is the most viable source of renewable energy for the Republic of Moldova. The EU-funded and UNDP-implemented Energy and Biomass Project in Moldova is part of the EU4Energy Initiative and aims to contribute to the reliable, competitive and sustainable production of energy from biomass. As a result of this project, a Moldovan kindergarten has made the switch from […]

The clocks are turning back in just a few weeks, and people all over the country are starting to think about their winter heating plans. For some, this might just be restarting the eternal “when is it cold enough to turn on the heating?” argument and hunting through the wardrobe for the winter jumpers. Savvier […]

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) have published new measures to combat the insecurity of the Internet of Things, a recent news report has been able to suggest. As part of these measures, embedded security measures will become a must, as opposed to a bolt-on […]

Close to a third of customers on fixed dual fuel tariffs are likely to exceed Ofgem’s energy price cap, set to come into effect at the end of December, recent research from consumer organisation Which? has been able to suggest. The government-imposed price cap has the purpose to limit the daily standing charge and unit […]

The level of savings available by deploying energy efficiency improvement measures is simply staggering, reaching $500 billion (£385.25bn) per year, according to recent information provided by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The organisation’s new report suggests efficiency improvements alone could allow the world to extract twice as much economic value from the energy it uses. […]

Small business in Scotland who are keen on saving energy but can’t afford putting in energy saving measures will be able to apply for funding to do so, as the Scottish government has partnered with Zero Waste Scotland to launch a ‘cashback’ scheme for funding SMEs. The scheme enables small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) to […]

Reducing the levels of energy consumption within one’s home or business can have a positive effect not only by reducing their bills, but also by helping in the fight against climate change, experts believe. Speaking for Yale Climate Connections, a multimedia service providing daily broadcast radio programming and original web-based reporting, commentary, and analysis on […]

As of 2019, properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of F or G – the lowest two energy efficiency ratings – must be made warmer by landlords before they can be put on the rental market for new tenants, the amended Government regulations released by Energy and Clean Growth Minister Claire Perry stipulate. […]

The price cap on default gas and electricity tariffs will come into force on January 1 — saving 11million households up to £120 each, according to data released by Ofgem. The measure will limit the amount providers can charge for poor-value standard variable tariffs, but it is likely to be increased in April due to […]

Village halls and other community buildings are more often than not the focal points of a community, the go-to places for organizing various local events, running classes, etc. However, due to their specific nature, these building also face unique barriers to energy efficiency. Hence, of these venues are multi-purpose buildings, needing to provide for very […]

Scottish home owners who are interested in improving their homes’ energy efficiency without having to pay anything upfront for the works can now access an interest-free loan of up to £38,500 funded by the Scottish Government and available via Home Energy Scotland. Under the scheme, which is conducted by the Energy Saving Trust, funding is […]

Large companies are set to bolster their energy efficiency spending, with building management systems (BMS) being among the most popular improvement measures, a recent survey of nearly 2,000 facility and energy management executives from across 20 countries has been able to suggest. The poll found that 57% of organisations in the US and 59% of […]