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Solar panel installations surge as UK demand hits 15-year high

There were more than 142,000 solar installations across the UK in the first half of 2026

The Independent UK · Aug 13

New solar panels in Great Britain at 15-year high as fossil fuel costs soar

Boom in solar farms and home installations in first half of 2026 began shortly after start of US-Israel war against Iran

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31

How doing a wash while you watch the World Cup at 2am could cut energy bills

Change in viewing habits offered by match times at 2026 tournament could mean using cheaper off-peak power

The Guardian - UK · Jun 13

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E.ON agrees to buy Ovo in deal to create UK’s biggest energy supplier

Acquisition would result in combined company serving about 9.6 million households if given regulatory approval

The Guardian - UK · May 11

Warm Homes Plan update: how this green energy rollout will affect you and your energy bills

New legislation is designed to make energy cheaper – but is it likely to cut costs meaningfully? We asked the experts

Woman & Home · Apr 24

Now is the perfect time to buy an electric car – here’s why

With prices coming down, more charging points around and home charging that can save you serious money, we reveal why there’s never been a better time to buy an EV

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2025

E.ON launched a pop-up grocery shop to teach you about EV charging costs

Despite a surge in electric car sales, more than two thirds of drivers surveyed say they have no idea how much it costs to charge an EV at home

The Independent UK · May 16, 2025

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Can your EV really power your home? Here’s how your car battery does more than you think

EXPERT OPINION: Once you’ve bought an electric car and you’re enjoying driving around in a zero emissions vehicle, your thoughts turn to where the electricity that powers your new car comes from. Steve Fowler explores how renewable energy works and what you and your EV can do to make the…

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

E.ON must pay £14.5m to prepayment customers after billing failures

Ofgem says nearly 250,000 customers will each receive average of £144 in compensation and refunds

The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2024

Eon Next pays out £14.5m for ‘unacceptable’ pre-payment meter billing failures

Around 250,000 customers are set to receive £144 each on average after being impacted by Eon Next’s billing system error.

Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2024

How much do EVs cost to charge at home and are home chargers expensive to install?

Here’s your complete guide to EV home charger costs, installation and speed

The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2024

7 myths about solar panels in the UK and the truth behind them

Homeowners are installing solar panels in increasing numbers and reaping the financial and environmental benefits. But some are still hesitant because of myths around cost, performance and durability of panels. Here, we debunk the most common myths so that you have all the facts you need before you pivot to…

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2024

How to harness renewable energy with smart home integration

Some 1.4 million UK homes now use solar energy to generate their electricity. This is helping many homeowners to save money on their electricity bills and even make money by selling excess solar energy back to the grid. Here, we explain how you can use panels, batteries, smart meters and…

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2024

“Dynamic, health-conscious, and self-sustaining”: welcome to the home of the future

The Independent’s tech editor Andrew Griffin gazes into his crystal ball to see how we might be interacting with our homes in 25 years’ time

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2024

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The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2024

“You’re no longer having battles over whether to turn the heating up or off”

The Independent’s tech editor Andrew Griffin sits down with Leah Robson, director of whole house renewables company Your Energy Your Way, to talk all things heat pumps – from modern installations to future innovations

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2024

Five ways to future-proof your home from rising energy costs

Since 2021, electricity bills have soared across the UK. This has prompted consumers to consider innovative solutions to reduce their energy bills and future-proof their homes from future price volatility. Here, we outline the options available and the potential savings for those who invest in making their home energy efficient.

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2024

Boost the value of your property with smart home technology

Properties with smart home technology are more energy efficient, meaning energy bills are lower. This makes them more attractive to buyers who prioritise sustainability, meaning you could sell your property for a higher value with some comparatively small investments.

GoodToKnow · Aug 15, 2023

Martin Lewis weighs in on new fixed price energy deals and shares whether households should switch

The money saving expert shares his insight on emerging fixed price energy deals, how they compare to the energy price cap and whether they are worth switching to

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Manchester Evening News · Jun 15, 2023

E.ON Next to hand out one-off payments to hundreds of thousands of customers for poor call services

E.On has also been told to pay a further £1 million to Ofgem's voluntary redress fund

Chronicle Live · Jun 14, 2023

E.ON Next to pay out £5 million to 500,000 customers over 'unacceptable' call services

The energy supplier was found to have 'severe weaknesses' when it came to customer service standards in a review by regulator Ofgem

Daily Record · Jun 14, 2023

E.On Next ordered to pay £4m compensation to half a million people due to poor call service

The energy firm will also pay a further £1 million to Ofgem’s voluntary redress fund.

Daily Mirror · Jun 14, 2023

Energy supplier to pay compensation to more than 500,000 customers - are you due money?

The regulator said E.On Next will pay £4million to customers, working out at £8 each, with a further £1million to be paid to the Ofgem voluntary redress fund

Wales Online · Jun 14, 2023

E.On Next ordered to pay £5million to customers for unanswered calls and long waits

Ofgem said customers were forced to wait on hold for 18 minutes on average and there was a high level of unanswered calls

Chronicle Live · Jun 14, 2023

Energy bills could rise for almost a million families after major meter change

Hundreds of thousands of homes still have legacy electricity meters fitted - and they will be turned off next Spring

Daily Mirror · Jun 13, 2023

Almost one million households could see energy bills spike as major service to close down

New data from Elexon, the company responsible for managing the electricity balancing and settlement system, shows which energy firms have the most customers with the Radio Teleswitch Service device

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