Energy Efficiency

Nearly 40 businesses suspended from installing insulation under schemes inherited from the last government

Businesses adopting innovative emissions-cutting projects supported with £51.9m from government's Industrial Energy Transformation Fund

Future Homes Standard not expected to include target date for ending the sale of new gas boilers

New analysis reveals just 43 local authorities have completed homes to Passivhaus standards

A step-change in our approach to energy efficiency in the built environment is urgently needed if efficiency and climate goals are to be met, writes Sam Kimmins, director of energy at the Climate Group

Inefficient homes are costing Brits an average of £299 a year in additional energy costs, as majority of households back proposals for mandatory solar panels on new homes

Government announces £30m boost for Boiler Upgrade Scheme, as it confirms plans to tweak heat pump planning rules, update Clean Heat Mechanism, and introduce higher efficiency standards for rented homes

Listings company calls for financial support for landlords to deliver green upgrades to properties, arguing rental market could otherwise contract

Campaigners warn of worsening fuel poverty this winter, as energy prices increase and energy efficiency schemes remain underpowered

Lighting, water, and heating upgrades, including Royal Mail's first gas-free heating system, are set to provide 3,500 tonnes of carbon savings