Solar leader welcomes Industrial Strategy

Following the release of the Government’s Industrial Strategy, lightweight solar expert, Solivus, believes that although sharpened focus on the progress of clean energy provides a positive step in the right direction, it’s crucial that this ambition is met with decisive, progressive action. Launched on 14 October, the Government’s new Industrial Strategy, the first in seven […]

NG Bailey net zero target validated by environmental body

NG Bailey, which includes NG Bailey’s IT Services, has become one of the first construction and engineering companies in the UK to have its long-term target to achieve net zero emissions by 2045 approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTI). The UK’s largest independent engineering and services business has set a target to achieve […]

Scolmore Group scoops gold in ongoing sustainability drive

Scolmore Group has announced that it has successfully completed Briggs & Forrester’s Bronze, Silver and Gold pathways, as well as the Modern Slavery pathway, which were launched through the Supply Chain Sustainability School. This is a significant achievement for the Group as it continues its journey to embed corporate sustainability into the culture, strategy and […]

UK heating engineers hesitant to embrace clean heat technologies

Baxi’s 2024 Installer Skills Survey has revealed that heating engineers’ attitudes towards low carbon heating are slowing the adoption of heat pumps in the UK. The survey, conducted in collaboration with green supply chain consultancy Gemserv, explores heating engineers’ interest and confidence in helping households transition to clean heat technologies. Installers play an influential role […]

Meet Eaton at Solar and Storage Live 2024

Eaton is thrilled to announce that it will be attending the Solar and Storage Live 2024 event from 24-26 September at the NEC in Birmingham. This premier event is a fantastic opportunity for electrical contractors to explore the latest advancements in sustainable energy solutions and network with industry leaders. Visit Eaton at Stand D113 Make […]

Travis Perkins sponsors new decarbonisation centre

Travis Perkins Managed Services, which operates at the heart of UK social housing, has announced its sponsorship of the ground-breaking Tŷ Gwyrddfai decarbonisation hub, the first facility of its kind in the UK. The centre will provide skills training for decarbonisation and retrofitting homes. The 120,000 square foot warehouse space, which is situated in a […]

South Cambridgeshire leads the way with renewable installations

According to data from MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme), the UK’s quality mark for small-scale renewable energy, South Cambridgeshire has become the second local authority in England to have over one in five households with a certified renewable energy installation. This compares with an overall figure of 6.1% of households across England that have an MCS […]

JTL achieves sustainability verification

JTL, the largest training provider for electrical and plumbing and heating apprenticeships in England and Wales, has been awarded verification from SafeSupplier for demonstrating its ethical, environment and financial credentials. SafeSupplier accreditation demonstrates an organisation’s commitment to a robust, streamlined, consistent and effective supplier on-boarding and management solution. Businesses with the accreditation are compliant with […]

UK home heating could be set for revolutionary change

Millions of UK homes could successfully switch to low carbon electrified heating whilst easing pressure on the electricity grid by using innovative heat battery technology. The landmark innovation trial ‘Neat Heat’, led by UK Power Networks in partnership with OVO and tepeo found the switch would significantly help the UK meet its net zero targets […]

GTEC brings portable renewables training to the Isle of Man

GTEC, part of the United Living Group, has been working with Construction Isle of Man and the Manx government on a new project to bring MCS accredited renewables training to the Isle of Man (IOM). Prior to GTEC’s involvement, there was no provision for this on the island. GTEC identified the lack of training for […]