2026
- Hackney Council launches Climate Plan with low-carbon heating for over 1,400 homes
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As part of a four-year Climate Implementation Plan, Hackney Council has announced plans for a new low-carbon heat network that will supply heating and hot water to over 1,400 homes, two schools and a leisure centre across the borough.
- Northumberland County Council increases EV charging infrastructure
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Northumberland County Council has announced plans to install a further 36 electric vehicle charging points across 26 locations across the country.
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council announce energy-efficient council home upgrades
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East Riding of Yorkshire Council has announced energy-efficient upgrades for more than 300 council homes across Goole to help tenants with energy costs and reduce carbon emissions.
- South Tyneside Council's first Passivhaus homes progress towards completion
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South Tyneside Council has reached a major milestone in its construction of 17 new Passivhaus properties, with roofing works now complete and the homes made weatherproof.
- Winchester City Council reaches solar and battery storage milestone
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Winchester City Council has hit a major milestone in the installation of solar panels and battery storage systems in its council homes, with 100 properties now equipped with the sustainable technology.
- Warwick District Council welcomes 20 new low-carbon homes
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Warwick District Council has announced the transfer of 20 new council homes into its ownership, with energy efficiency forming a key part of the development.
- Torridge District Council to install 26 EV chargers
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Torridge District Council are installing 26 new electric vehicle chargers across the district, aiming to accelerate the transition to cleaner transport.
- Government removes planning barriers to home EV charging
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The government has announced changes to EV charging legislation that will make it easier and cheaper for households without driveways to install home charging infrastructure.
- Sheffield City Council plans solar and battery storage for over 200 council homes
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The Sheffield Climate Investment Scheme could help fund solar panels and battery storage systems for 212 council houses, improving energy efficiency and helping tenants reduce energy costs.
- Bedford Borough Council expands public EV charging network
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Bedford Borough Council is expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure by installing 260 public charging sockets.
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