The LGiU and Local Energy have been involved in carbon saving since our pilot network in 2008. For the first three years the focus was on the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme. With the landmark Green Deal due to launch in … Continued
The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) has expressed concerns about the success of the Green Deal following the recent launch of a consultation on the government’s proposals. In an open letter to Chris Huhne MP, Secretary of State for Energy … Continued
The Department for Energy and Climate Change announced on 7th December a £30 million boost in funding for public sector and community energy efficiency projects. Energy Secretary Chris Huhne stated that £10 million would be distributed through the Local Energy … Continued
The long-awaited Renewable Heat Incentive scheme opened for applications today after being postponed at the last minute in late September. The £860m subsidy scheme is predicted to result in 126,000 installations and save 43 million tonnes of carbon by 2020. … Continued
The Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) published on 22 November a consultation on the long-awaited flagship ‘Green Deal’ programme. DECC also released an information note for local authorities outlining what role they might play in the Green Deal. … Continued
The Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) announced on Friday 18 November that 24 social housing landlords have each secured up to £175,000 in the first phase of the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) to install green heating systems, with … Continued
The Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has stated that it would not be expedient to remove certain aspects of financial administration from the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC). Speaking on behalf of DECC at the Energy Solutions Expo … Continued
The Energy Bill has cleared the House of Lords and is awaiting the final stage of its passage through parliament – Royal Assent. The Bill is expected to come into law soon. During the debate in the Lords on Tuesday … Continued
The Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) announced on Friday 30 September that the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) subsidy scheme will be delayed for at least two months. This announcement came just hours before the scheme was due to … Continued
When launched in autumn 2012, the Green Deal will enable households and businesses to improve the energy efficiency of their properties, without incurring up-front costs. While still in the process of drawing up detailed guidance for the scheme, the … Continued