Can The Loch Ness Monster Power Scotland?
An enormous 2.4 gigawatt-hour pumped storage hydroelectric project has been proposed for construction at Loch Ness, with the potential to double the capacity of Scotland’s renewable energy output. What is pumped storage hydroelectric power? Pumped storage hydroelectric power is a…
MEES, EPC’s and External Wall Insulation
How can I improve the EPC rating of my property? A lot of homeowners look to improve the value of their properties in terms of aesthetics – updating the kitchen, bathroom, etc., but people often overlook how much improving the…
Non-Domestic MEES Exemptions
Getting registered on the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) exemption list is going to be top of many landlords To-Do list now that the new standards have come into effect, but finding reliable information on how exactly to go about…
Why Was The Swansea Tidal Lagoon Rejected?
What is the Swansea Tidal Lagoon? Tidal lagoons work in a similar way to tidal barrages, but differ in that they do not form a barrier all the way across a coastline or estuary. They can be sited offshore, and…
An Introduction to Non-Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards( MEES) are pretty simple; if you are a landlord who is responsible for letting properties in England or Wales then you need to ensure that the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) asset score of your rental…
8 Things you Didn’t Know About MEES
1. You might be eligible for an exemption If your EPC is below an E but you still want to let the property, you might be able to get an exemption from MEES. This is going to be an avenue…
Women in the Energy Industry
A number of high profile energy companies launched a campaign last week to tackle gender inequality in the energy industry and see more women in leadership roles. What is the current state of women in the energy industry? In a word,…
How a Conservatory can Affect your EPC Rating
We have been getting enquiries regarding the impact of a conservatory on the Energy Performance Certificate EPC rating. With EPC ratings becoming more important for rental properties with the introduction of MEES legislation, we think it is a good time…
How to Get a MEES Exemption
Getting registered on the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) exemption list is going to be top of many landlords To-Do list now that the new standards have come into effect, but finding any information on how exactly to go about…
Labour Promises 4 Million Homes Funding for Insulation
Labour has announced a policy to invest £2.3 billion in to installing insulation in low-income households across the UK What is Labour’s energy policy? In a word, the Labour energy policy is radical. Jeremy Corbyn has long been an advocate…