8 h. ago Seven in ten healthcare workers see patients unable to pay energy bills, survey suggests

Poor housing conditions are causing an ‘entirely preventable public health crisis’, medics warn

Science

26 h. ago Warning issued to homeowners with curtains – as they could increase your energy bill

With the energy price cap set to rise in April, interior design experts share a simple tweak people could make to heat their rooms better and use energy more efficiently

Events

42 h. ago Nowhere near net zero homes! Energy performance ratings in England are dire... here's where it's worst

More than half of properties in England fall below the C energy performance certificate rating which landlords will be required to meet by 2030, findings suggest.

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68 h. ago This is how we do it: ‘I found it exciting imagining other women desiring my hot wife’

Monica and Garcie opened up their relationship – but only one on them is interested in extramarital datingIf anything, my affairs enrich our relationship. I feel more confident and sexy, and I bring that energy homeI helped set up Monica’s dating profile, and initially found it very exciting Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Museums defend BP sponsorship despite backlash against cuts to climate change funding

The British Museum’s relationship with BP was decried as ‘untenable’ and ‘indefensible’

Economics

3 d. ago This is exactly when to have your morning coffee for the biggest energy boost (and when to stop drinking it)

The first thing I do when I wake up is have a cup of coffee.

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4 d. ago Drivers of certain cars face brutal £16 warning for parking on their driveway

Brits across the nation have been warned of 'significant' costs impacting EV drivers who charge their vehicles at home - following Ofgem's upcoming energy price cap hike

Events

4 d. ago Where you place your thermostat could impact energy bills, expert warns

Energy bills will be increasing for the third consecutive time in April

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5 d. ago Heat pumps explained: UK installation cost, what is a heat pump, do they work, grants, how much is home heating

Cut your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint with a sustainable home upgrade 🌍

Society

5 d. ago Two ways UK households could save thousands of pounds per year

Modelling shows that, by mid-century, households would save about £700 a year on heating bills

Politics

5 d. ago Comedy Rich List 2025: Here are the 17 wealthiest comedians on the planet

Being funny can lead to earning a lot of money - none of these performers will be overly concerned about the rate of inflation.

Politics

5 d. ago BP ramps up oil and gas investment to $10bn a year in ‘fundamental reset’ – business live

Oil and gas giant abandons green ambitions, as boss says it will be ‘very selective’ about investing in fossil fuel alternativesBP will abandon its green ambitions, including plans to cut its oil and gas production by the end of the decade, as part of a “fundamental reset” of the troubled company’s strategy.Instead, it is ramping up its oil and gas investment to $10bn a year.Today we have fundamentally reset BP’s strategy. We are reducing and reallocating capital expenditure to our highest-returning businesses to drive growth, and relentlessly pursuing performance improvements and cost efficiency. This is all in service of sustainably growing cash flow and returns.This strategy will see BP grow its upstream oil and gas business, focus its downstream business, and invest with increasing discipline into the transition.Connecting offshore wind farms such as Sofia helps harness the power of the North Sea to keep the lights on and deliver homegrown energy to British consumers.OFTO is par...

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6 d. ago Octopus, EON, EDF, OVO and British Gas customers warned to watch out for these three smart meter issues

Smart meters which are working properly should show how much energy has been used in a home.

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6 d. ago Martin Lewis shares how households can get extra £150 a month to help with rising energy bills

Martin Lewis has explained how some households can get an extra £150 a month to help with rising energy bills.

Economics

6 d. ago Are solar panels worth it? The Independent’s guide to getting started

The price of panels has dropped in recent years, just as electricity prices have shot up.

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1 week ago Mountain Warehouse's fleece for 'working from home' and 'keeping energy costs a bit down' now 62% off

Customers can save on £28 when they buy the Teddy Womens Half-Zip Fleece, which is now £16.99 down from its original price £44.99 in the current Mountain Warehouse sale

Society

1 week ago New apartments: Edinburgh’s first private homes designed for net zero living to save energy and costs

Low carbon, low energy, low cost: discover West Shore on Granton Waterfront and a range of 1 & 2 bed apartments designed for net zero living

Society

1 week ago Energy companies rake in £4bn windfall as British families suffer sky

Families will see their energy bills rise again in April as network companies make billions in profits, report finds

Economics

1 week ago Martin Lewis gives heating verdict and most efficient way to stay warm at home

The chill remains in the air, as winter drags its heels, leading many to contemplate what the best ways are to keep heating their homes - but keep energy bills low

Society

1 week ago ‘It feels enveloping and calming’: the London house wrapped in cork

Designer Nina Woodcroft has created an energy-efficient family home that is also a useful conversation starterFor most homeowners a request from a passerby to touch the exterior of their house would probably raise eyebrows. But for the owner of Nina’s House, which is covered with unusual and striking cork insulation panels, it is not only a common occurrence but is welcomed.The conversations may start with curiosity but much of the time lead to lengthy, passionate discussions on how to make homes more energy efficient, says the house’s owner, Nina Woodcroft. “We are new to the neighbourhood and it has been a really nice way to engage with our new community. A lot of delivery drivers will be like: ‘What’s this?’, and we’ll have a chat for 10 minutes about cork, you know, instead of just like this transactional, thank you, bye.” Continue reading...

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