Articles in the Renewable Energy category

Biomass boilers are becoming an increasingly popular option for homeowners and businesses looking for a sustainable and cost-effective way of producing heat and hot water. Like any heating system, biomass boilers have their advantages and disadvantages, and it's important to…

If you are considering installing a biomass boiler in the UK, you may be wondering whether you need planning permission. The answer to this question depends on a number of factors, including the size and location of the boiler, as…

Biomass boilers are an environmentally-friendly and cost-effective way of producing heat and hot water for homes and businesses. But what exactly do they burn?  Biomass boilers burn organic materials such as wood chips, sawdust, straw, and other plant matter. These…

The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy recently released its Biomass Policy Statement. This sets out its strategic aims for the role of biomass across the country in the medium and long term to help achieve net zero. The…

A recent report by the Renewable Energy Association concludes that the UK is in danger of missing targets for decarbonisation without immediately increasing the flexibility of the grid. An assessment of the UK's energy market readiness to transition to net…

The government recently released an update to the Smart Energy System and Flexibility Plan. This is being developed along with Ofgem in coordination with the energy sector. It sets out the vision and policies to move towards a net zero…

The UK government recently set new climate change commitments that will put the UK on course to cut carbon emissions by 78% by 2035. These targets were based on recommendations from the Climate Change Committee. These commitments  are to become…