Energy
11 Aug 2025
NESO launches first Whole Systems Innovation Strategy
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has published its first Whole Systems Innovation Strategy alongside its Innovation Annual Summary. Developed through extensive engagement with industry, the strategy takes a whole...
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27 May 2025
New Figures Expose Rural Fuel Poverty Gap
DEFRA’s latest Statistical Digest of Rural England (May 2025) shines a spotlight on the ongoing issue of fuel poverty in rural areas, revealing the tough reality faced by many rural...
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27 May 2025
Developments in Energy Infrastructure
The Government has published a new working paper and accompanying press release addressing proposals for community benefits and shared ownership relating to low carbon energy infrastructure. These documents are now...
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19 May 2025
New Energy Upgrades for Public Buildings Announced
The Government has announced a new round of funding to improve energy efficiency across public sector buildings, aiming to reduce energy costs and cut carbon emissions. Through the latest phase...
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07 Apr 2025
Combating Energy Inefficiency and Fuel Poverty in North Yorkshire’s Rural Homes
85% of North Yorkshire is classified as a super sparse rural area, encompassing two National Parks. Many properties in these remote locations consist of older housing stock, presenting challenges in...
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17 Feb 2025
Chartered Institute of Housing Conference South West
Rural Services Network Chief Executive Kerry Booth was delighted to be invited to speak at the Chartered Institute of Housing Conference South West last week. A busy two days of...
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04 Nov 2024
New Strategic Spatial Plan for Great Britain’s Energy Infrastructure
In a move towards enhancing the UK’s energy landscape, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, along with energy ministers from Scotland and Wales, announced the commissioning of the...
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28 Oct 2024
Community Ownership: A Growing Movement That Is Bucking The Trend
Community-owned businesses are growing in number and remain a robust, sustainable model, according to research published this week by Plunkett UK. According to Plunkett’s Community Ownership: A Better form of...
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29 Jul 2024
Great British Energy: What Does It Mean for Rural Areas
The government has announced new details regarding Great British Energy (GBE), a publicly-owned company aimed at advancing clean energy deployment and enhancing energy security across the UK. Great British Energy...
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22 Apr 2024
Energy Efficiency in Rural Areas: Challenges and Insights on Insulation Schemes
The Great British Housing Insulation Scheme, launched in March last year, aimed to reduce energy costs and improve energy efficiency in homes across England, Scotland, and Wales. Given the significant...
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