There are many words to use to describe this year, but I am sure we can all agree that it has been challenging. As we all wait to hear new announcements and restrictions, it is hard to believe how much has changed since 23rd March, when Boris Johnson first made his...
COVID-19 has resulted in many of us now staying in our homes for longer periods of time. It’s also caused delays to the important UN COP26 conference which was due to be held in Glasgow this November. The virus will understandably dominate our news headlines and...
The SEA annual reception is an ideal networking opportunity for key stakeholders from government, industry and NGOs involved in the sustainable energy sector. This is an important time for energy policy and for the sustainable energy industry in particular,...
David Attenborough has warned yet again of the severity of the climate crisis which is so evidently effecting the world as we know it in all corners of the globe; from SE Australia on fire to severe flooding in Indonesia and even the mild winter here in the UK is a...
I joined the Sustainable Energy Association (SEA) three months ago after two years spent within the energy retail sector. I really valued the commercial exposure I had on the graduate scheme at npower Business Solutions and the experience of working with some...
As Chief Executive of the Sustainable Energy Association (SEA), I am all too aware of the need to stop global warming. Our buildings are a significant contributor to carbon emissions, and we need to create living and working spaces fit for the future. This will...
Lesley Rudd says that the more frequent publication of official government data on domestic energy efficiency can be a vital step in realising lower carbon homes that are more affordable to heat Following a review on how information on energy efficiency is given out...
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I’d like to think that we are all now aware of the impact of Climate Change. Recent events have certainly shown that our children are. In our fight to protect the planet, public attention often focuses on plastic reduction and compassion for wildlife, but we mustn’t...
Boiler Plus was introduced a year ago, since then the SEA has published ‘Next Steps for Boiler Plus’ which considers how it is being implemented and how to improve it moving forwards.
Claire Perry MP, Minister of State at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy: “In this week of COP, it’s clearer than ever that we must maintain momentum on climate action and push ourselves to be more ambitious and innovative; however Christmas...
Having discussed EPC ratings and the validity of the EPC certificate in my previous blog, I will now look into the recommendations for enhancing this data. It is important that government ensures that EPCs are fit for purpose and able to deliver the recommendations...