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This formerly disused car park at Cranfield University in the UK has been transformed with solar panels from Qcells.
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From car park to solar park

UK government grant helps university go net zero

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A disused 4,000 square metre plot at the campus of Cranfield University in the UK has been transformed into an energy saving hub thanks to a government grant.
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Fimer introduces new charge point to the UK EV charging market

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Global renewable energy equipment manufacturer Fimer has announced that its Fimer Flexa AC Wallbox family of charge points has received certification from the UK’s Office of Zero Emissions (OZEV), making it officially available for the UK market.
As manufacturers continue to expand the range of EVs available for consumers, this development is a positive sign of things to come.
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Half of EVs still eligible for Plug-in Car Grant

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In March this year, the UK government reduced the Plug-in Car Grant by £500 to £2,500 for cars priced £35,000 (previously £50,000). However, despite the cut, more than half of EV models are still eligible for the grant.
Solar PV and thermal technologies will offer an attractive option to local authorities keen to upgrade domestic energy efficiency cost-effectively.
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Solar installers poised to roll-out green home upgrades via local authorities

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Thousands of households are due to receive free green home improvements this year under the Green Homes Grants Local Authority Delivery scheme, with solar PV and solar thermal eligible alongside other technologies and building fabric upgrades.
Residential buildings currently account for 15 per cent of the UK’s carbon emissions.
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Solar Energy UK hails decision on housebuilding standards

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The UK government will make a 31 per cent reduction in new home carbon emissions compulsory from June 2022. This decision could result in a five-fold increase in new homes built with solar technologies.
According to the government’s own forecasts, solar set to be the cheapest form of new electricity generation in the coming years.
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Solar industry welcomes UK government decision on CfDs

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The Government has recently published its decision on proposed amendments to the Contracts for Difference scheme. The delivery period has been extended to 2035.
“The 10-point plan sets the high-level principles, and the Energy White Paper and the net zero spending review will help add flesh to the bones.”
© Matt Dunham / AP
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A comment on the UK government’s 10-point plan for a net zero transition

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Here is a comment by Robert Buckley, Head of Retail and Relationship Development at Cornwall Insight, on the announcement of the UK government’s 10-point plan, which will mobilise 12 billion pounds of government investment for the energy sector:
The STA highlights the Committee’s recognition of the valuable contribution that onshore renewables can make.
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Solar industry responds to CCC progress report

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Today the Committee on Climate Change has published its new progress report. This year, the report includes new advice to the UK Government on securing a green and resilient recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic.