New offshore windfarms opening in third quarter mark milestone towards zero carbon. Renewable energy sources provided more electricity to UK homes and businesses than fossil fuels for the first time over the last quarter, according to new research. The renewables...
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Solar ‘ready to deliver’ as Labour proposes 2030 net zero target
Image: Getty Solar is “ready to deliver” in the transition to a net zero future but the Labour Party is facing a “considerable challenge” in its proposed target of net zero by 2030. This week the Labour Party approved a motion to adopt a Green New Deal, under which...
Global renewable energy initiative aims to bring a billion people in from the dark
Worldwide commission aims to end energy poverty in sub-Saharan Africa and south Asia by driving investment in new technology A woman runs her takeaway restaurant by candlelight during a scheduled power outage in the impoverished neighbourhood of Masiphumelele, Cape...
Wyelands eyeing early-mover status in UK subsidy-free solar finance rush
Wyelands Bank has set its sights on becoming one of the early movers in subsidy-free solar finance in the UK, investing in a range of projects in a bid to stimulate the market. Late last month the bank collaborated with renewables developer Anesco and research firm...
Brexit unlikely to have ‘major impact’ on solar but concerns on costs, imports remain
While a lot of uncertainty still remains with regards to renewables after Brexit, the growth of subsidy free solar, along with net zero and other targets enshrined in UK law, and the World Trade Organisations (WTO) arrangements should reassure the solar industry. But...
Solar and social energy continue to grow
The great news for customers using solar PV panels and social energy continues, as a new study shows the value of the market has reached an all-time high. If you’re not already part of this incredible energy revolution, here’s what you need to know: the latest...
Renewable electricity overtakes fossil fuels in UK for first time
New offshore windfarms opening in third quarter mark milestone towards zero carbon. Renewable energy sources provided more electricity to UK homes and businesses than fossil fuels for the first time over the last quarter, according to new research. The renewables...