Government Launches £15bn Warm Homes Plan for Energy Upgrades
The UK government has announced a £15 billion initiative to improve energy efficiency in homes through solar panels, heat pumps, and insulation, targeting five million properties by 2030.
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Trump's Stranglehold on EU and UK Energy Supply Grows
A new study reveals European countries' heavy reliance on US LNG imports, with the US now accounting for 59% of EU LNG imports, raising risks of higher bills amid geopolitical tensions.
Labour's Warm Homes Plan Sparks Chinese Solar Panel Security Fears
Labour's £15bn Warm Homes Plan aims to cut energy bills with solar panels, but faces criticism over reliance on Chinese technology and national security concerns.
Cheap Loans for Solar Panels in £15bn Warm Homes Plan
Homeowners can access low-interest loans for solar panels, heat pumps and batteries under the Government's £15bn energy upgrade scheme to cut bills and fuel poverty.
Labour's Warm Homes Plan: Green Tech Over Insulation
The Labour government unveils a £17.5bn warm homes strategy, prioritising solar panels and heat pumps with grants and loans, while dropping a gas boiler ban.
Labour's Warm Homes Plan: No Gas Boiler Ban, £2.7bn Heat Pump Push
The UK government's £15bn warm homes plan aims to upgrade 5 million homes, cut energy bills by up to £1,000 annually, and install 450,000 heat pumps yearly by 2030, without phasing out gas boilers.
Free Solar Panels for Families in £15bn Warm Homes Plan
A landmark £15 billion Warm Homes Plan aims to lift one million families from fuel poverty by 2030, offering free solar panels, heat pump grants, and low-interest loans for home upgrades across Britain.
Warm Your Home Without High Heating Bills
As energy bills rise, discover simple, expert-backed strategies to make your house feel cosier and cut costs. From draught-proofing to smart heating habits, stay warm for less.
Chernobyl loses power after Russian strikes on Ukraine
The Chernobyl nuclear site suffers a complete power loss after Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy grid. The UN watchdog warns the damaged protective shield can no longer contain radiation.
Best Electric Heaters 2026: Tested UK Guide
Our expert tested 12 electric heaters to find the best for cutting bills and warming rooms. Discover top picks for budget, smart tech, and efficiency.
Solar Battery Guide: Costs, Savings & How They Work
Considering a solar battery? Our guide explains costs, how they work, and if they're worth it for UK households. Maximise your solar investment and cut bills.
Heat Pump Savings: Real-World Energy & Bill Reductions
Discover how much energy and money heat pumps can save UK households. We break down the real-world factors like insulation, heating habits, and government grants that determine your savings.
Quick Check Could Instantly Lower Your Gas Bill
Experts reveal a simple boiler setting often set 'wrong' in UK homes, wasting hundreds. Adjusting it can cut gas use by up to 12%. Learn how to check and save.
One Washing Machine Setting Cuts Energy Bills & Water Use
A home appliance expert explains how using your washing machine's eco setting can significantly reduce energy and water consumption, saving UK households money.
Solar Storm May Disrupt Tech, Bring Southern Lights to Australia
A severe geomagnetic storm, the strongest in 20 years, could make auroras visible from Victoria to NSW on 20 Jan while risking power grid and GPS disruptions. Here's what you need to know.
CFA Funding Hits $361m as Victoria Bushfires Burn
Victoria's delayed CFA annual report shows record funding but a $50m deficit, fuelling political dispute over fire service resources during devastating bushfires. Explore the facts.
Eraring Coal Plant Life Extended to 2029 Amid Grid Concerns
Origin Energy extends Australia's biggest coal-fired power station's operation, citing grid security. Critics decry a stalled renewable transition. Read the full analysis.
Eraring coal power station life extended to 2029
Origin Energy confirms Australia's biggest coal-fired power plant will operate until 2029, citing grid security concerns. Read the full story on the energy policy implications.
G5 Geomagnetic Storm Sparks UK Northern Lights and Power Warnings
A rare G5 geomagnetic storm has painted UK skies with the Northern Lights, but the Met Office warns of potential power grid disruptions and satellite issues. Find out how to see the aurora and what the risks are.
Greenland's Hidden Sediment Threatens Ice Sheet Stability
A newly discovered layer of soft sediment beneath Greenland's ice sheet is accelerating glacial melt, complicating US strategic and mining ambitions in the resource-rich Arctic region.
Experts warn against dangerous tin foil radiator hack
Experts warn a viral heating hack using tin foil behind radiators is a fire hazard. Discover the safe, effective alternative that can save up to £25 on bills.
Severe Solar Storm Warning Issued for UK
The Met Office warns of a severe G4 solar storm hitting the UK on Tuesday, 20 Jan 2026, promising spectacular auroras but risking GPS and power grid disruptions.
Gates charity trust fossil fuel holdings rise to $254m
Analysis reveals the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust's investments in fossil fuel extractors like BP and Shell reached a nine-year high of $254m in 2024, despite earlier divestment pledges. Explore the details and implications.
Couple use electric car to survive storm power cut
A retired couple from Newquay cleverly used their electric car's battery to power their home during a severe storm, saving their food and staying connected. Discover their ingenious survival trick.
Government asks energy firms to credit them for bill cut
Officials have reportedly urged energy companies to highlight the Government's role in an upcoming £150 average bill reduction, despite concerns over future levy rises. Read the full story.
Philippines Discovers New Gas Field in South China Sea Waters
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announces a significant natural gas find near Palawan, potentially averting a power crisis for millions. The discovery lies in the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone.
Best and Worst UK Energy Suppliers Ranked for 2026
Which? reveals the UK's best and worst energy suppliers for 2026. See if your provider made the top or bottom of the customer satisfaction list. Discover the latest on the housing market surge.
Hisashi Ouchi's 83-day radiation death ordeal
The horrific story of Hisashi Ouchi, who endured 83 days of agony after a criticality accident at Japan's Tokaimura plant in 1999. Read about the worst nuclear accident in Japanese history.
Best and Worst UK Energy Firms Named by Which?
E (Gas and Electricity) tops Which?'s 2026 energy rankings with 79%. Scottish Power scores worst. Experts advise switching to fixed tariffs for savings.
Scottish Power ranked worst UK energy supplier by Which?
Which? reveals the UK's best and worst energy suppliers for customer service. Discover which four firms are 'outshining the competition' and why the biggest names are failing. Read the full report.
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