2026
- Bradford heat network set to expand following £9.7 million government funding
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As part of the government's £90 million investment into new and upgraded heat networks, Bradford's existing heat network has secured £9.7 million to support the expansion of low-carbon infrastructure across the city.
- Lancaster City Council approves solar-powered EV charging hub
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Lancaster is set to benefit from a new solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging hub after Lancaster City Council's planning committee approved proposals for the development at Auction Mart Car Park.
- Ofgem announces 4% increase to energy price cap from October
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Energy regulator Ofgem has announced a 4% increase to the energy price cap from 1 October 2026, meaning the typical household energy bill will rise by around £60 per year, protecting around 22 million households on default tariffs.
- Cambridge City Council to deliver 45 new energy-efficient council homes
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Cambridge City Council has marked a major construction milestone at its City Reach development, which is set to deliver 45 new energy-efficient council homes.
- Cheltenham Borough Council expands EV charging infrastructure with new ultra-fast hub
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Cheltenham Borough Council has opened a new ultra-fast charging hub at St James’ Street Car Park, expanding charging provision for residents and visitors across the town.
- Maidstone Borough Council installs sustainable bus shelters
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Maidstone Borough Council is set to install new biodiversity-boosting bus shelters across the town centre as part of its ongoing investment in greener public infrastructure.
- Announcing the APSE Energy Awards 2027 in partnership with DESNZ and the Net Zero Hubs
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The awards will be presented at the BIG Energy Summit awards dinner which will take place on Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th February 2027 at the Birmingham Conference and Events Centre, Hill Street, Birmingham, B5 4EW.
- East Renfrewshire Council invests £1.8m in solar and LED upgrades
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East Renfrewshire Council are investing £1.8 million in energy-saving measures to reduce energy costs for councils.
- Dorset Council launches solar and battery storage scheme
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Dorset Council has launched a new solar panel and battery storage programme aimed at helping residents generate their own renewable electricity, reduce reliance on the grid and support the transition to a lower-carbon energy system.
- Government launches bill discount schemes for communities near new pylons
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The government has announced a new bill discount scheme that will provide financial support to thousands of households living near or upgraded pylons.
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