So you find out that your energy supplier has gone bust, what happens next? Well, if your energy supplier goes out of business, the industry regulator Ofgem will appoint a new supplier to take over the supply of energy to your property. This process is called “supplier of last resort” (SOLR). The new supplier will […]
Energy bill calculator UK Use our free electricity cost calculator Following a declaration by the former prime minister Liz Truss, the average annual energy costs (based on usual use) will be capped at £2,500 from October 1, 2022, until April 1, 2023. However, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt indicated in his Autumn Statement on November 17 that
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There are several reasons why average gas and energy bill may change. We found that the primary reason reported for the recent rise is the changes in energy prices: As we all know, the cost of energy is subject to market fluctuations, which can cause energy prices to rise or fall. These changes can be
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First time home buyers need to consider gas and electric costs upfront because these costs can add up quickly and can make a significant impact on their budget. It’s important to understand the different pricing options available, as well as any potential discounts or programs that may be available to help lower your costs. In
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Smart meters are digital meters that can be used to measure and monitor the consumption of energy in a home or business. Smart meters are becoming increasingly popular and are available in many countries. They provide more detailed information than standard meters and can be used to reduce energy consumption and costs, but are they
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The UK government has several schemes in place to provide energy bill relief to individuals and families who are struggling to pay their bills. These include the Warm Home Discount, a one-off discount on electricity bills for eligible customers; the Cold Weather Payment, a payment made to eligible customers when the temperature drops below a
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Whether it is down to budget, preference or convenience, many people today opt to live in flats over larger ground homes, especially in the city. While we already know this to be a wonderful step in reducing environmental impact, here at Energy Solutions, we wanted to take a look into whether or not living in
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Could this become the UK’s first cathedral to achieve net zero carbon emissions? That’s the goal of a project launched by Canterbury Cathedral, a historic site that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Canterbury Cathedral is a historic Christian church located in Canterbury, Kent, England. It is one of the oldest and most
What is the energy bill support scheme? The energy bill support scheme in the UK is a government program that provides financial assistance to low-income households who struggle to pay their energy bills. The scheme, which was introduced in 2018, first provided a one-off payment of up to £140 to eligible households to help pay