David Kemp, sustainability manager at Procure Plus, discusses how retrofit schemes can be delivered effectively and how upskilling housing employees is vital to improving energy efficiency in the sector.   Arguably, social housing providers have the greatest part to play in tackling the energy efficiency of their stock, by addressing the lack of knowledge[…]

THE PLUG-IN ROUTE TO ENERGY SAVING Steve Dyson of Hager explains how plug-in meters can provide the answer to energy monitoring Bespoke meter enclosure board showing the plug-in cabling Economic news has recently been focused on the falling price of energy, but the fact that the financial cost of electricity may fall doesn’t remove Government[…]

The GGF’s concerns regarding the Government’s energy efficiency schemes were raised in the House of Commons by MP Chloe Smith The company met with MPs to discuss the importance of glazing in domestic energy efficiency. It suggested that incentivising the Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation (ECO) would help the schemes progress. The Federation stressed[…]

An artists impression of the proposed tidal lagoon in Swansea Bay. Photo: Tidal Lagoon Swansea Bay Plc From the artists impression of the lagoon we can certainly imagine the impact on tourism in the area, with the wonderful walks, bike ride and sailing regattas. But some question an energy-generating lagoon on this scale is truly[…]

The Wigan Warriors Community Foundation’s sustainability campaign has been launched to encourage the development of a green community The Wigan Warriors Community Foundation developed its ‘I’m a Green Warrior’ campaign with the aim of promoting the development of a greener community in Wigan. The Foundation wants schools, colleges, businesses and individuals to engage with its[…]