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Diesel-based non-road mobile machinery is a significant contributor to air pollution, Prolectric makes the case for its replacement …
Solar
Trade group secures better grid access for solar on commercial businesses and housing developments in Scotland
Small and medium sized solar installations up to 200kW in size will find it easier to connect to Scottish Power Energy Networks grid in Scotland as of 1 April …
New guidance for solar car parks published
A new guide by BRE National Solar Centre and FlexiSolar looks at the best way to deliver multifunctional solar car parks …
Solar suitable for sports halls, says study
VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has studied the energy consumption of indoor swimming pools and practice indoor ice rinks, and their use of solar …
Solar power expansion and energy efficiency drive announced by Transport for London
Transport for London (TfL) has announced a £4.5 million programme of refurbishment in buildings and bus stations …
Sun will continue to shine on solar energy despite UK subsidy cuts, suggests equipment supplier
The cost and energy saving potential of solar panels in a post-subsidy era still shines bright for UK businesses …
Year-round reliable temporary solar light is claimed as an industry first
Prolectric has launched the ProLight, said to be the first reliable year-round temporary solar lighting tower …
Observers respond to UK Government “Clean Growth Strategy” announcement
The UK Government has set out a new strategy that appears to outline how it will tackle climate change while driving economic growth. Announced on 12 October, …
STA launches ‘storage commitments’ for domestic providers
Industry urged to strive for quality to build consumer confidence The STA launched new guidelines for the domestic storage industry capturing current best …
Utility unveils largest solar panel project to date in the heart of Scotch whiskey country
In late September Scottish Water announced the completion of the utility’s largest solar panel scheme to date in Speyside (“Scotch whisky …
The life left in landfill: Veolia describes its recent stewardship of sites
Resource management firm Veolia has released information about its recent stewardship of landfill sites, supporting the claim that “there’s still life …
Polystyrene promising in research that could reduce the costs of next-generation solar panels
Researchers from The University of Manchester are investigating the use of polystyrene particles rather than expensive polymers to make the next generation of …
Trade group secures tax win for solar and batteries for householders
HMRC confirm 5% VAT for batteries when sold with a new solar system On 3 August the Solar Trade Association (STA) was celebrating securing a 5% rate of VAT on …
A fair wind for rural residents as island community looks forward to 24/7 electricity provision
It may be better known for woolly sweaters than renewable energy, but the most remote inhabited island in the UK is to finally receive round-the-clock …
Solar expansion at Southern Water
Southern Water will be harnessing sun-power by installing more than 15,000 solar panels at three of its sites to help protect the environment and save energy. …
Renewables cut Europe’s carbon emissions by 10% in 2015, says EEA report
Increasing use of renewables is translating directly into cuts in fossil fuel consumption in Europe, according to a report released on 4 April by the European …
Budget 2017 misses the mark on sustainability challenges, say industry groups
Responses to the Chancellor Philip Hammond’s 2017 Budget have so far been muted from professional groups and others working in the sustainability sphere. It …
Solar park in Swindon to power household waste recycling centre
Building work has started at Barnfield Solar Park, Swindon, which will be connected directly by private wire to the Swindon household waste recycling centre to …
Project aims to establish feasibility of solar-powered rail
Imperial College London and climate change charity 10:10 have teamed up to investigate the viability of using track-side solar panels to power trains, it was …
“Remove barriers for energy storage” solar trade body asks
Responding to Ofgem’s call for evidence on A Smart, Flexible Energy System, which closed on 12 January, the Solar Trade Association (STA) has called on the …
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