What has Holyrood done for Scottish Energy Efficiency. Scotland is at the forefront of energy efficiency, with the Scottish government recently unveiling ambitious plans aimed at transfor… Read More

Why London Landlords Are Benefiting from Reducing Carbon Footprint As concerns about climate change intensify, there is increasing pressure on all sectors of society to reduce their carbo… Read More

Nestled amidst the historic charm of cobblestone streets and medieval architecture, Edinburgh’s commercial property market has quietly undergone a transformative journey towards energy… Read More

Unlocking Energy Efficiency: The Potential Benefits of Heat Pumps and EPCs In an era of climate change awareness and the pursuit of more sustainable living, energy efficiency has become a… Read More

In the heart of modern domestic life, where the hum of appliances is as constant as the ticking of a clock, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Renewable energy, once a distant dream, has becom… Read More

Edinburgh, the historic and culturally rich capital of Scotland, boasts a combination of venerable old stone buildings and contemporary architecture. In this fusion of the past and the prese… Read More

In the rapidly urbanizing world we inhabit, the call for sustainable cities is not just fashionable rhetoric but a dire necessity. The accelerating pace of climate change, propelled by skyro… Read More

In the United Kingdom, Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) have undergone a transformation from a seldom-consulted document to a key focus in the housing and mortgage sectors. Traditional… Read More

If you own a property in Aberdeen, or indeed anywhere in Scotland, the growing demand for energy efficiency should not be lost on you. The Scottish government, in a bid to combat climate cha… Read More

The buzz around sustainability has never been louder. With the global spotlight turning towards energy-efficient solutions and practices, London is not far behind in adapting its commercial… Read More

As we strive towards more sustainable living, energy efficiency becomes an integral aspect of our approach to managing buildings. In Edinburgh, a city renowned for its historic structures an… Read More

In an era of rapid climate change, the shift towards a more sustainable future is no longer a choice, but a necessity. An integral part of this revolution are electric vehicles (EVs), solar… Read More

Introduction: Glasgow, the vibrant and forward-thinking city in Scotland, is setting the stage for a smart city revolution. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and citizen-centric… Read More

The future of cities in the UK will see a significant shift towards more sustainable heating systems and increased energy efficiency levels. This change will be driven by a combination of go… Read More

The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a mandatory energy assessment and energy-saving identification scheme for large organisations in the UK. ESOS aims to promote energy efficienc… Read More

The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a mandatory energy assessment that aims to ensure that UK businesses and organisations comply with Article 8 of the EU Energy Efficiency Direc… Read More

What is an EPC? The energy efficiency rating of new household appliances has been graded from A (very efficient) to G (very inefficient) since 2021. The process of obtaining an Energy Per… Read More

What is an Energy Performance Certificate?  An EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) is a document which gives your property an energy efficiency rating from A (very efficient) to G (… Read More

What is ESOS?  The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a mandatory assessment that ‘large undertakings’ must carry out in the UK. Started in 2014 in line with Art… Read More

Is there anyone who’s not talking about rising energy costs, both at home and in our businesses?  The news has been plagued with reports about how rising energy bills are impac… Read More

As a commercial property landlord, you have a lot of responsibilities, from ensuring the health and safety of the building to keeping on top of structural repairs. Since 2018, landlords have… Read More

The UK has a commitment to do what it can to reduce climate change by meeting Net Zero Carbon targets. This, as well as the rising energy bills that we’re seeing worldwide, means that… Read More

Reducing climate change and our impact on the Earth are becoming increasingly critical topics. We’re all aware of ways we can do our bit to reduce what we use, but what about being mor… Read More

Working from home may be both a blessing and a pain for different people. Whether you like the idea of working from home or not, you must pay for the heating and energy use that would normal… Read More

The functions of smart meters are identical to those of conventional meters, but they also provide your supplier with the most recent readings for gas and electricity and show real-time data… Read More

Also known as the ‘silent killer’ carbon monoxide is a serious threat in the home. It has no smell, no taste, you cannot see it, hear it, or touch it, and is, therefore undetecta… Read More

The energy market in the UK is under great strain at the moment, and we have seen a massive change in the way that it is made up over the past couple of years. We have seen many energy co… Read More

We all have a duty to work towards net zero in the world. Whether you are an individual, small business, large multi-national company, or country’s government, looking after the planet… Read More

Understanding our impact on the environment is essential in the world of business today. It is important not only to ensure that you are doing what you can to reduce the amount of damage tha… Read More

In April 2022, the UK energy price cap increased by an incredible 54%. This places a huge strain on households and businesses across the country as we attempt to meet these additional financ… Read More

The UK energy crisis couldn’t have come at a worse time. Inflation is at an all-time high, the cost of living continues to increase the sharp increase in energy bills has left both hou… Read More

Energy bills have risen dramatically in the last year because the energy price cap has risen. The UK is facing an energy crisis as households have been forced to pay more than 50% more for t… Read More

Smart meters are more popular than ever, especially in rental properties where the tenant is responsible for paying their own utility bills. Installing a smart meter is a quick and easy task… Read More

The recent energy price cap increase has left many homeowners questioning whether they should fix their energy tariffs. With a further increase coming into effect from April 2022, now may be… Read More

Energy prices hit an all-time high in December last year, reaching as far as 470p per therm. This is roughly nine times higher than energy prices from the previous year. The UK is facing… Read More

The government has announced that the energy price cap will be increasing by £693 on 1st April 2022. These changes are expected to affect approximately 22 million customers around the… Read More

There have been recent reports stating that all newly rented properties in the UK will be required to have an EPC rating in band C or above by 2025. These reports are causing huge concerns a… Read More

Most renters don’t get the opportunity to improve their properties while they’re living there as the landlord is responsible for the design and upkeep of the building. You might… Read More

Governments in the EU have set ambitious climate change targets and pledged to achieve net-zero by 2050 or sooner. Buildings are one of the largest sources of energy consumption in Europe… Read More

The UK government has set an ambitious environmental target to achieve net-zero by 2050 or sooner. As part of its carbon-reduction strategy, the government is currently discussing new energy… Read More

A recent report by mortgage broker Habito estimates that the cost of upgrading a house from an energy performance certificate (EPC) rating of D to a C will cost £6,155. This means the… Read More

The UK government is on a mission to reduce carbon emissions and create a greener housing market. Currently, there are no legal requirements for homeowners to achieve a minimum EPC rating, a… Read More

The UK has set an ambitious target to achieve net-zero by 2050 or sooner. To meet this pledge, there needs to be a serious focus on making the ageing housing market more energy efficient.&nb… Read More

Building green, sustainable businesses is essential in the world today. With climate change and sustainability increasingly high up on everyone’s agenda, it is more important than ever… Read More

It is estimated that about 22% of the country’s carbon emissions come from our homes. As we begin to contemplate a winter of rising energy prices and the catastrophic effects of climat… Read More

With energy bill prices rising dramatically over recent months – and looking unlikely to slow down – we are becoming increasingly aware of how much we are spending to heat and po… Read More

As the world becomes increasingly aware of the need to change the way that we live our lives to try to combat climate change, the government is introducing new initiatives to help in reachin… Read More

As the world looks to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, there are several measures that are being taken. One such measure is increasing the use of renewable energy, and another is reducing th… Read More

Do your walls feel cold if you touch them on a cool day? If the answer is yes, then you’re not alone. Many homeowners complain about their walls feeling cold or damp. What causes co… Read More

Domestic energy assessors are responsible for calculating the energy efficiency of residential buildings like houses and apartments. The role is diverse and you will have the opportunity to… Read More