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Government’s failure to insulate homes costs taxpayers £9bn a year – Lib Dems

Upgrading homes with poor energy efficiency ratings would lower the cost of the Government’s energy price guarantee, analysis shows.

The Independent UK

The Standard View: A long-term energy price cap requires an energy efficiency revolution

The energy price cap will rise to a record £4,289 in January. Except families won’t feel it, thanks to the Government’s Energy Price Guarantee, which ensures that the average household will pay no more than £2,500. That is, until April.

Evening Standard

Energy bills: why household finances and business certainty will still suffer under Jeremy Hunt's extended plan

Among the grim news in Jeremy Hunt’s recent autumn statement was an attempt to square the circle on energy bills. Funding for the Energy Price Guarantee that aims to limit household energy prices will continue throughout the 2023-24 financial year. But the level of support available after this winter will…

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Energy Crisis: What Do Your Major Appliances Cost to Run?

We detail the running costs of major appliances during the on-going energy crisis…

Evening Standard

Government plans £6bn to insulate UK houses and gives go-ahead for Sizewell C

Jeremy Hunt says energy efficiency will help to stop Britain being at mercy of global gas prices

The Guardian - UK

Barclays offers £2,000 to homeowners going green

The bank hopes it will encourage energy efficiency-related home improvements

Nottingham Post

Barclays offering homeowners up to £2,000 to make energy-efficient improvements

The cash reward will help the three-quarters of homeowners who want to improve the energy efficiency of their home - but cannot afford to do so

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Richmond has highest proportion of poorly insulated homes in London

Seven in 10 families in the borough are living in homes with poor energy efficiency ratings

Evening Standard

England's housing strategy carries a high carbon cost – unless politicians are willing to change plans

England’s housing sector accounts for 20% of the country’s emissions. Its stock is outdated and efforts to improve the energy efficiency of England’s homes are limited.

The Conversation

Australia's record on energy efficiency has been woeful for decades, but that could be about to change

Over many years, Australia has barely increased the efficiency of its energy use. Energy consumption per dollar of GDP decreased by an average of only 1% per year from 2002-03 to 2018-19. Over the same period, energy consumption per person actually increased by an average of 0.2% per year.

The Conversation

Boost energy-saving advice to households to curb winter bills, Government told

Climate Change Committee says reducing energy demand is the ‘biggest gap’ in the Government’s energy policy.

The Independent UK

Climate watchdog attacks collapse in work on energy-leaking buildings under Tories

‘Our recent record on reducing emissions from buildings is particularly poor’ chancellor told – ahead of autumn statement

The Independent UK

Martin Lewis' energy efficiency tips for homes could save £100s in cost of living crisis

The money saving expert shared tips to save energy and keep those bills down

Wales Online

Airbnb is shelling out £1 million to help hosts with the cost of living

Airbnb is working with Energy Saving Trust to create personalised home energy efficiency checks and action plans for all hosts in a bid to reduce emissions and save cash

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Evening Standard

Cost of living: what can London renters do to improve the energy efficiency of their homes this winter?

What are your rights as a tenant looking to keep gas and electricity bills down?

Wales Online

Sales of energy efficient air fryers up 3,000%

The gadget has become increasingly popular because of its versatility and energy efficiency

Wales Online

Airbnb is giving hosts up to £3,000 each for home improvements

Airbnb has launched a Sustainable Hosting Plan, including a £1 million fund to support hosts

The Independent UK

Stamp duty rebates ‘should be offered in return for home energy improvements’

Stamp duty should be used as a ‘fiscal lever’ to encourage energy efficiency measures, UK Finance suggested.

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The Guardian - UK

National Grid creates £50m emergency fund for vulnerable households

UK electricity distributor warns of “exponential increase” in customers seeking help with their energy bills

Daily Mirror

Worried renters saving money by showering in the gym and using cafe WiFi

The uncertainty regarding tenancy terms has forced renters to take drastic measures to achieve energy efficiency and reduce bills - including taking a shower at the gym

ABC News

Hot in summer, cold in winter: Tips to make your old home energy efficient

Summers in central Queensland can get scorching, but Arthur Hunt has retrofitted his home with strategic blinds, awnings and trees. Here's how you can make your home energy efficient too.

Evening Standard

Carbon emissions to peak in 2025 but ‘we must curb energy demand’, warns expert

Global carbon emissions from energy are to peak in 2025 due to increased spending on clean fuels following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the world’s leading energy organisation has said.

Daily Record

Heating experts say switching to £1.49 lightbulbs can save money on energy bills

A certain type of bulb can help improve energy efficiency, which could reduce costs.

Birmingham Post

Special event to highlight energy efficiency support for Hull businesses aiming to cut bills

Council-led initiative offers grants for greener options and will tell all at MKM Stadium

Evening Standard

What is the threshold for fuel poverty? How to find out your status

There is help available for fuel-poor households – find out whether you qualify

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