Energy Saving Trust

What are the biggest challenges local authorities face when taking climate action? Watch our video to hear Rachael Owens, Director at National Retrofit Hub, discuss how local authorities can overcome barriers when tackling climate change. 

We’re delighted to join The Blagrave Trust, Co-op Foundation, OVO Foundation and Impatience Earth to launch a new funding programme to support youth-led climate projects in England. This initiative offers funding, resources, and networks to empower young climate leaders to drive change, with grantees playing a key role in shaping the Fund’s future. Swipe to find out more about the newly launched Fund and how to apply. 

The UK Government has set an ambitious goal to improve energy efficiency in 5 million homes. Achieving this means rapidly increasing the installation of energy-saving measures across the country.   But how will they make it happen and what does it mean for households?     Watch our policy expert, Emma Mckelvie, break down what we know about the UK Government’s Warm Homes Plan and the impact it could have on homes across the UK.  

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82% of UK greenhouse gas emissions fall within the influence of local authorities, making their role in decarbonisation critical. From helping residents upgrade homes to meeting ambitious targets, they face big challenges.

As business net-zero targets become more common, they’re facing increased scrutiny, with recent analysis showing that some targets cover only 40% of company emissions. Setting a science-based target can help your company commit to long-term emission reductions. Swipe to learn what science-based targets are and why they matter for your business.

Today, the UK Government announced that GB Energy’s first project will be investing in rooftop solar panels on schools and hospitals. It’s great to see the commitment to accelerating cheap, local power.  We now look forward to helping the UK Government shape the Local Power Plan to ensure it supports the community energy sector to grow, taking lessons from our first hand delivery experience in Scotland and Wales. Our head of policy, Stew Horne, outlined why this is a positive first step.

On Saturday 22 March at 8.30pm skylines around the world will go dark for Earth Hour, an annual campaign to draw attention to the climate emergency.     Our net zero lead Jennifer Cameron discusses how you can use Earth Hour to inspire and engage your employees with driving sustainable initiatives.  Swipe to read what she had to say.    #BiggestHourForEarth

Earlier this month, we hosted a session at Futurebuild 2025 on the future of housing in the UK and financing energy efficiency improvements. Our policy manager, Abigail Ward, was joined by Ryan Jude, and James Fotherby.    Missed the event? Read our top highlights. 

The UK Government has unveiled plans to improve energy standards for private tenants. But what does this mean for landlords in England and Wales? Here is a quick breakdown on everything you need to know about the proposal.