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Meet the material that’s rewriting the rules of solar power, and bringing cleaner, cheaper energy closer to everyone, no roof required. Perovskite is being called the wonder material of solar energy, and for good reason. Originally discovered in the 1800s, it’s only in recent years that scientists realised how extraordinary it could be for...
Read MoreThere’s a fresh and exciting piece of policy talk in town: the UK Government is reportedly considering extending salary-sacrifice tax breaks, already popular for electric vehicles, to include home solar panels (and eventually storage). Recent media coverage suggests that this shift could be part of upcoming green-home or “Warm Homes”
Read MoreThe UK is ramping up its ambitions. On 23 June 2025, the government unveiled the Clean Energy Industries Sector Plan, aiming to double annual investment in frontier clean energy technologies: offshore wind, nuclear, hydrogen, alongside growing solar and storage industries to £30 billion per year by 2035. Meanwhile, experts at Solar Power Portal...
Read MoreRising tensions between the US and Iran have sparked fresh concerns over global energy markets. Most notably, Iran has threatened to close the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway through which around 20–25 % of the world’s oil and LNG passes daily. If Iran were to carry out that threat, it could herald another surge in energy bills, and...
Read MoreEver worried about when to run your tumble dryer, boil your immersion heater or charge your EV? Off‑peak power tariffs turn those everyday decisions into golden opportunities. It's not as flashy as solar panels or battery walls, but for UK households looking to reduce energy bills without installing a single thing, it's one of the smartest tricks...
Read MoreThe UK government’s latest planning reform marks a major shift in the country's drive towards low-carbon home heating. In a bid to speed up the adoption of heat pumps, ministers have overhauled the planning rules that once hindered installations in many homes, especially in tightly packed urban
Read MoreImagine your portfolio basking in sunshine like rooftop panels at high noon. Solar isn’t just for eco-enthusiasts anymore, it’s capturing boardroom attention, social feeds and investment strategies alike. Photovoltaic module prices have plunged nearly 90 percent since 2010, transforming solar from fringe novelty to mainstream power player. Even...
Read MoreRecent moves by the United States to impose sweeping new import tariffs, 10% on the UK, 20% on the EU, and 54% on China, are already triggering ripples across global markets. These aren’t just numbers on a policy sheet; they will have a real and lasting impact on household energy costs in the
Read MoreAs the UK grapples with a prolonged energy crisis, households across the country continue to face soaring energy bills and uncertainty around long-term support. While the government has introduced various schemes to provide temporary relief, recent developments suggest that relying on state support may not be sustainable. This makes now the...
Read MoreAs energy prices continue to strain household budgets, the UK government faces a critical opportunity to enhance renewable energy adoption, making it accessible to all socioeconomic groups and reducing energy costs nationwide. Recent indications of potential funding cuts to renewable initiatives, such as GB Energy, highlight the need for...
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