Tag: energy
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Energy efficiency scheme failures slammed in damning NAO report
In addition to these issues, in November 2024, Ofgem estimated that businesses had falsified claims for ECO installations in approximately 5,600 to 16,500 homes, potentially claiming between £56 million and £165 million from the energy suppliers operating under the scheme. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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IKEA now offering renewable energy devices for UK homes
IKEA has long been known for transforming how we furnish our homes, now it wants to help power them too. The retail giant has unveiled a brand-new Home Energy Services range in the UK, featuring solar panels, heat pumps, home batteries and EV chargers designed to make sustainable living simpler and more accessible. Partnering with…
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AEE: 75% of Energy Professionals Facing Workforce Shortages
A new report from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) warns that three-quarters of energy professionals worldwide say their sector is facing workforce shortages, a figure that rises to 90% in regions such as the Middle East and North Africa. The 2025 Energy Jobs & Market Trends Survey highlights a critical mismatch too: demand for efficiency…
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DOE cancels $7.56B in energy projects, largely in blue states
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The Department of Energy terminated 321 financial awards worth about $7.56 billion after a review determined the projects failed to meet economic or national energy standards, according to an Oct. 2 release. The DOE said…
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Record energy debt could worsen without home upgrades
Britain faces a deepening energy crisis with household debt to suppliers hitting a record £4.4 billion. As another winter energy price rise takes effect, campaigners warn millions risk falling behind on bills once again. Experts say the only long-term solution lies in upgrading millions of draughty, inefficient homes, as a new generation of “zero-energy-bill” houses…
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DOE cancels $7.6B in clean energy awards in states that voted against Trump
The U.S. Department of Energy on Thursday announced it has terminated $7.56 billion in financial awards to 223 clean energy projects — all in states that voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. “Following a thorough, individualized financial review, DOE determined that these projects did not adequately advance the nation’s energy…
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Off-grid: how energy infrastructure impacts construction projects
Contractors must engage with grid operators early to avoid delays in their developments, writes Barrett Harris. Image: Dreamstime Among the several challenges facing UK construction, getting a quick connection to the electricity grid is fast becoming another hurdle to overcome. Recent soaring demand for connections has put the grid under significant pressure, with backlogs leading…
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Construction Input Prices Edge Up in August as Energy Costs Decline
Construction input prices rose 0.2% in August compared to July, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Nonresidential construction input prices also increased 0.2% for the month. Year over year, overall construction input prices are 2.3% higher, while nonresidential input prices are up 2.6%. Declines in energy…
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Why You Should Renovate Your Home With Energy Efficient Windows
Home renovation is the best opportunity to enhance comfort, functionality, and value in the long run. Among the best methods of meeting these objectives is through the replacement of the energy consuming windows with energy conserving windows. This does not only modernize the appearance of a home but also cuts down the cost of energy…
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What is Biogas? Converting Waste to Energy
In a world grappling with climate change, growing waste streams, and increasing energy needs, biogas has emerged as a promising solution at the intersection of waste management and renewable energy. By harnessing organic waste materials and turning them into useful energy, biogas offers environmental, economic, and social benefits. Here, we’ll explore what biogas is, how…