Recolight announces two Lighting LCA training events
Recolight has announced a new webinar and a one day face-to-face training workshop, both focused on lighting industry LCAs. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is gaining wide acceptance as the specification of choice for certifying the environmental impacts of lighting products. Getting to grips with the technical and data requirements of both LCAs and Environmental Product […]
Renewable energy hub unveiled at Leicester College
Leicester College is set to open a new renewable energy hub at its Freemen’s Park Campus in March 2025. The Hub will feature state-of-the-art renewables and green tech equipment including air source heat pumps, solar panels, battery storage systems and EV charging stations. This will enable students, staff and employers to gain hands-on, practical experience […]
Heat pumps recommended by 85% of consumers
It has been revealed that 85% of participants in the Electrification of Heat Demonstration Project were likely to recommend a heat pump to a friend or family member – or had already – citing their reliability, easy-to-use nature, and low levels of noise. Funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and […]
Tradespeople more knowledgeable on energy efficiency than ever
A new survey by Screwfix has found that UK tradespeople feel more confident in their energy efficiency knowledge than ever, helped by an 8% rise in training courses being completed in the last year. The survey also revealed that two thirds (66%) of all jobs conducted by the nation’s tradespeople over the past year have […]
Recolight welcomes new code of practice for lighting remanufacture
Recolight has welcomed the publication of the new code of practice for the remanufacture of lighting equipment, published by BSI this month. The new publication is numbered BS8887:221 2024 and is now available from BSI. The document provides a structured approach to the assessment of used luminaires and components, defining a scope of works, electrical […]
Data is powering the future for solar energy, survey reveals
Fluke Corporation, a provider of safe, rugged, and reliable industrial tools and integrated software, has released new survey findings highlighting key challenges for the solar industry on its path to a net zero future. The survey identifies improving panel efficiency, transitioning from reactive to predictive maintenance, and adopting smart technologies as top priorities. Crucially, data […]
MCS launches new Heat Load Calculator tool
MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme), the UK’s quality mark for renewable energy technologies, has launched its new Heat Load Calculator tool for certified installers. The new online tool will help MCS certified low-carbon heating installers complete a BS EN 12831-1: 2017 compliant heat load calculation, as required in the Heat Pump Design Standard (MIS 3005-D) and […]
Polestar and MBA to drive circular economy for EVs
Polestar, an electric vehicle manufacturer, and MBA Polymers UK, a plastics recycling expert, have signed a collaborative agreement aimed at accelerating the UK towards a circular economy for electric vehicles. The collaboration will encourage the entire automotive industry to rethink what’s possible when it comes to recycled plastics, by integrating more post-consumer materials into interior […]
UK surpasses 200,000 renewable installations in 2024
The latest data from the MCS Data Dashboard shows that there have been over 200,000 certified renewable installations completed so far in 2024. In October alone, 26,240 certified installations were completed, marking a 31% increase compared to October last year. October 2024 was the second-best month ever for heat pump installations, behind the closure of […]
Lighting controls: Key to eco-friendly, energy-efficient solutions
Lighting controls are pivotal in enhancing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. As businesses, architects and designers focus on achieving net zero carbon targets, innovative solutions – especially wireless technologies – are revolutionising the lighting landscape, writes Photonic Lighting Solutions. Lighting is responsible for around 15% of global electricity consumption, making it a significant area […]