The recent decline in the UK’s inflation rate, which fell to 1.7 per cent in September, could further improve the compelling cost dynamics of running electric vehicles, personally or as a fleet. With some irony, the most significant contributors to the recent fall were lowering transport costs, especially for motor fuels. The Lower fuel prices helped…
BEAMA has today marked World Ventil8 Day with the publication of a position paper urging Government to broaden the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) remit to recognise and assess the indoor air quality of homes. The paper outlines a simple example of how the assessment can work. Read more here With over £1bn of the NHS…
NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification body for the electrical contracting industry and wider building services sector, highlights the growing demand for qualified electricians in the green technology sector during Green Careers Week (4–9 November 2024). As the world transitions towards a net zero future, the demand for qualified electricians to install and maintain renewable energy…
As the GMB Union last week called for utility workers to lead the UK’s net-zero transition, new research has revealed utility roles have experienced the second-highest growth in job searches per vacancy. The experts at money.co.uk business loans have analysed data to reveal which sectors have experienced the largest increase in searches for vacancies and…
Toolstation partners with TradeKart to offer time-saving solution for tradespeople and DIYers across the UK Toolstation, part of Travis Perkins plc and Britain’s fastest-growing supplier of tools, accessories and building supplies, has launched a new rapid same-day delivery service with TradeKart. This will deliver orders directly to site, with the first phase rolling out in…
Which? is calling on the government to provide more support for greener home heating and cars, as new research from the consumer champion shows cost and other barriers are putting people off making the switch. The consumer champion’s annual sustainability tracker found a range of barriers deterring households from buying heat pumps and electric vehicles…
Breathing Buildings, a leading provider of controlled natural and hybrid ventilation systems is celebrating World Ventilation Day (#WorldVentil8Day). World Ventil8 Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of ventilation as a crucial part of enabling health and wellbeing of people. Taking place on Thursday 8 November 2024, World Ventil8 Day was initiated by a…
Busy Brits would pay between £10-£20 more per charge to slash waiting times when powering their electric vehicles, according to a recent survey from charge point manufacturer GARO. The company asked a straw poll of 500 EV owners in the UK about their attitudes to EV charging, discovering that 90 per cent would happily pay…
The LIA’s 2024 Autumn Tech Forum, held on Wednesday 23rd October at The Studio in Birmingham, was a huge success, attended and enjoyed exclusively by LIA members. This forum granted attendees access to the latest industry developments with engaging discussions and networking opportunities. With the comprehensive programme the day included essential technical updates on compliance,…
Installation will provide up to 200,000 kWh of renewable energy each year – drastically offsetting The Brewery Quarter’s regulated energy use in all common parts of the estate. SolarEdge technology chosen to maximise energy production and to provide the high level of safety required for the popular and busy venue. The Brewery Quarter, a vibrant…