Business net zero plans blown off track by the energy crisis
According to research published by Schneider Electric, 82% of UK business leaders say the energy crisis will impact their organisation’s ability to meet emissions reduction plans. Of that figure, around half of organisations say they are delaying planned investment in sustainability and net zero plans (49%). Just over one third of the same organisations (34%) say […]
Naked Energy appoints Chair to propel international expansion
Naked Energy has announced the appointment of Martin Schwab as Non-Executive Chairman. Martin brings over 25 years of international experience in the private capital market and a mission-aligned passion for sustainability to Naked Energy’s leadership. He has extensive experience in investing and building companies globally. He will play a particularly pivotal role in setting the […]
Trojan Energy launches project for on-street EV charging
Trojan Energy has announced a new project to develop a single, publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charge point that can be installed on the street outside a customer’s home and powered by their domestic electricity supply – the first on-street charger to allow this. The new Aon Charger is being developed as part of the […]
Electric Vehicle owners are most ‘considerate’ drivers
Almost three quarters (73%) of EV owners say they are more considerate drivers having made the switch to an electric car, new research from Love my EV reveals, the UK’s only dedicated EV and green energy comparison site. EV drivers are not only playing a vital role in reducing harmful emissions, but also making roads a […]
600,000 jobs at risk from government inaction on reaching net zero
The TUC has warned that up to 660,000 jobs could be at risk if the UK fails to transition to net zero as fast as other nations. The analysis identifies jobs that, unless government acts now, could be moved offshore to countries that offer superior green infrastructure and greater support for decarbonising industry. Published just […]
FOI reveals half of NHS trusts are charging ahead with EV infrastructure
According to figures released today by power management leader Eaton, half (51%) of NHS trusts in the UK have installed EV Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) on-site for their staff, patients and the wider community. While this is a positive step towards a low-carbon future, a similar proportion (53%) of NHS trusts are either behind on decarbonisation targets […]
Connectus Electrical enjoys green surge in demand
Connectus Electrical is enjoying a surge in demand thanks to its specific expertise around renewables – just as it also celebrates its 10th anniversary in business. The business, which employs 28 fully qualified electricians, was founded in 2011 by Stephen John, an electrical and contract specialist, and Carl Brooks, a vastly experienced electrical engineer with […]
WPD leads consortium on energy planning for local authorities
Western Power Distribution (WPD), the electricity distribution network operator (DNO) for the Midlands, South West and South Wales, has launched a project that works together with local authorities in south west England and other energy network companies to lower carbon/achieve net zero carbon emissions and protect the environment. Its Energy Planning Integrated with Councils (EPIC) […]
myenergi launches national campaign to drive sustainable change
myenergi has launched a national campaign to drive sustainable change. #TheGreenReset, which takes place between 22 April-22 May, challenges UK householders to change their wasteful behaviours for environmentally-friendly alternatives throughout the duration of the campaign. From going plastic free or cutting down on e-commerce purchases, to planting vegetables in your back garden, the initiative demonstrates […]
JustPark calls for Brits to install Electric Vehicle chargers at their homes
With the government announcing its commitment to ban the sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2030, an estimated additional four hundred thousand electric charging points will need to be rolled out in order to meet demand and help people make the switch to electric. However, with just 39,000 public charging points currently in the […]