Energy Saving Trust

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. 

Today, the leader of the Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch, announced that the party would no longer support the UK's target to reach net zero by 2050. This is disappointing to hear and ends the cross-party consensus on the UK's climate commitments. Hear what our head of policy, Stew Horne, had to say... 

Decarbonisation is one of the biggest housing challenges facing local authorities today.    Watch our video to hear Christopher Hammond, CEO of UK100 describe how the UK Government can support local authorities to reach their decarbonisation targets. 

As energy costs rise, many businesses are feeling the pressure. This can be particularly challenging if you’re a small business owner. If you’ve found a particularly useful grant or scheme, share with us in the comments.  

If the local authority you work for has been awarded funding under the Warm Homes: Local Grant this week, then this post is for you. We know that identifying and targeting the right homes with funding can be challenging. But our energy experts are already supporting many local councils in doing this, with digital tools like Homewise.   Swipe to see how we can help you deliver your Warm Homes: Local Grant with maximum impact.

Thanks to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) for hosting us at the European Energy Network full meeting in Dublin. European Energy Network (EnR) promotes sustainable energy practices and cooperation on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and climate change. Our CEO Mike Thornton and our energy experts Stew Horne and Emilie Carmichael were at the meeting sharing knowledge and joining discussions on how to better influence European energy policies and strategies. We’re excited to continue working with SEAI to address the climate emergency as they take on the presidency of the network for 2025. ADENE - Agência para a Energia ADEME German Energy Agency (dena) IDAE. Instituto para la Diversificación y Ahorro de la Energía The Energy and Water Agency Swiss Federal Office of Energy SFOE Slovenská inovačná a energetická agentúra Centre for Renewable Energy Sources and Saving (CRES) National Center for Sustainable Energy Netherlands Enterprise Agency ENEA Lietuvos Energetikos Agentūra / Lithuanian Energy Agency Swedish Energy Agency Klima-Agence

We are celebrating Leicester City Council today. It is taking proactive steps to get closer to its net zero target. One recent action is giving residents quick and easy access to tailored advice on making energy home improvements. This is great news for people in Leicester who want cheaper energy bills—and great news for our planet too! Get some inspiration by reading Leicester's story: https://lnkd.in/eShS7nQ8