Energy Efficiency
Domestic appliances guzzle far more energy than advertised - EU survey
In echo of 'defeat device' scandals, one TV increased energy consumption by 47 per cent when tested in real-world viewing
Nanotechnology transparency takes a step forward
We need to ensure that there is a balanced debate about the role of nanotechnology, argues techUK's Susanne Baker - a new EU nano-observatory should help bridge the knowledge gap
Green Deal Finance Company restarts loan offer
Revived energy efficiency financing company recommences loan activity as part of soft launch
We must protect the EU 'red tape' that saves UK businesses millions
Andrew Warren warns energy saving product rules that slash domestic and business costs could be at risk post-Brexit
We need a whole system approach to energy policy
Energy efficiency and low carbon development must be prioritised to provide long-term energy security and economic benefit, argues Professor Geoffrey Maitland from the Royal Academy of Engineering
UK lobbies Europe to dilute flagship energy efficiency law
Green campaigners warn Conservative efforts to undermine energy targets will lead to weaker climate policies after Brexit
BEIS data digest: Your need-to-know guide to the latest energy stats
From a sharp slowdown in solar deployment to an uptick in smart meter connections and the troubles with ECO, we've gathered all the latest facts and figures on the UK energy system in one easy guide
Philips Lighting CEO: Moving connected technologies into the spotlight
Eric Rondolat chats to BusinessGreen about shifting Philips Lighting from the dim world of incandescent bulbs to a bright future of smart, hyper-efficient illumination
Green Deal Finance Company teams up with Abundance for £5m fund-raising push
Re-launched company announces plan to raise £5m in debt finance through ISA-eligible retail bond
Why so many businesses want to save Energy Star
The federal government's marquee energy-efficiency program has enough funds to last through September - after that, its future is uncertain
Is the government allowing UK energy efficiency gains to grind to a halt?
Andrew Warren explores how the government looks like it is missing its own domestic energy efficiency targets, and asks if this policy 'neglect' will undermine recent energy-savings
Election 2017: Focus on efficiency not price caps, say campaigners
Conservatives confirm energy price cap will be in general election manifesto, despite claims energy efficiency investment would be better for cutting bills
EP100: H&M dresses for energy-saving success
Fashion giant and LED lighting specialist Cree become latest firms to join EP100 energy productivity initiative
Renewable energy's record-breaking popularity - in charts
The latest government survey reveals record public support for renewable energy technologies, but what else do the findings uncover?
Meet the man out to save the Green Deal
Kilian Pender, chief executive of the Green Deal Finance Company, reveals his ambitious plans to revive the energy efficiency loan scheme and transform the UK's housing stock
Green Deal Finance Company prepares to re-start issuing energy-saving loans
Recently acquired company poised to start originating loans again as part of ambitious expansion plans
Businesses urge EU-wide building renovation push
More than 300 businesses, cities, universities and energy firms call for ambitious national renovation strategies across Europe in support of climate targets
Reports: Green Investment Bank to be sold to Macquarie in £2.3bn deal
Bank is expected to retain its offices in London and Edinburgh following privatisation
Ecology Building Society reports record assets and savings balances
Green specialist confirms it enjoyed a solid 2016 as growing numbers of customers took advantage of its sustainable mortgages and financial products
Two-third of landlords unaware of new efficiency rules that will make renting coldest houses illegal
From April 2018 landlords will only be able to rent properties rated 'E' or above for energy performance
Survey: Renewable energy ranks as one of the most disruptive forces in global energy
Latest World Energy Issues Monitor sees commodity prices causing most angst for energy executives, but renewable energy highlighted as a disruptive force for the industry
Green Brexit: Taking back control to waste energy?
Andrew Warren warns the tabloid war on energy efficiency standards could end up costing businesses hundreds of thousands of pounds post-Brexit
US states move to force Trump action on energy efficiency
President Trump's attempt to suspend rules governing the energy efficiency of air conditioners, freezers and commercial boilers is illegal, states argue
Fifth of commercial rental buildings in race to meet energy efficiency deadline
Research finds 115,000 commercial rental properties in England and Wales yet to reach minimum E rating ahead of April 2018 deadline
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