In today’s blog, we unpack the new UK Solar Roadmap, and explore the implications for electricians, installers, and tradespeople looking to pivot into renewables. More importantly, we’ll explain why training, MCS registration, and proper accreditation are now integral if you want to take part in the UK’s ‘Renewable Revolution.’ UK Solar Roadmap: A New Chapter…
In today’s blog, we’re reflecting on the Installer Show 2025, an event that marked a turning point for the heating and renewables industry. It was a stark reminder of just how fast the sector is evolving, and how essential it is to keep pace with change. It’s always amazing to see how much the show…
In today’s blog, we look at what the latest drop in household energy prices means for the renewable sector, and why now remains an ideal time for installers to gain new qualifications. In July 2025, energy regulator Ofgem is expected to announce a reduction in the energy price cap, with forecasts suggesting a fall of…
In today’s blog, we take a look at the UK’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) expansion, a development that presents an opportunity for both consumers and professionals in the low-carbon heating sector. With rising demand for sustainable home heating and government proposals to widen the scheme’s scope, 2025 could be a transformative year for heat pump…
A Bright Future for Solar in the UK In today’s blog, we’re taking you behind the scenes of one of the industry’s biggest events and unpacking what it means for the future of training and solar careers. With renewable energy breaking records across the UK and industry innovations accelerating, the GRE team headed down to…
In today’s blog, we check in on the rollout and adoption of heat pumps. As the UK marches towards it’s net-zero emissions target by 2050, decarbonising home heating is becoming a critical priority (BBC News). Heating homes is the second-largest source of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions, with 80% of domestic emissions coming from gas…
In today’s blog, we take a look at Ofgem’s recently published response to the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero’s consultation, outlining mid-scheme updates to both the Energy Company Obligation 4 (ECO4) and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS). These changes aim to improve the effectiveness of the schemes and ensure they continue to…
In today’s blog, we want to take a moment to wish all our candidates, collaborators, and staff a Happy New Year and share some exciting updates about the future of the energy sector. Your support has been instrumental to our success, and we look forward to continuing this journey together in 2025. The energy sector…
In today’s blog, we take a look at the latest industry news. From the price cap right through to the most recent government funding plans. Grab a cuppa and strap in, this is going to be a good one. First things first (which probably does not come as a surprise) the price cap is on…
In today’s blog, we take a look at the latest data on renewable energy in relation to electricity and heat generation. Spoiler. It’s big! It has been reported by REA (The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) that a whopping 47% of the UK’s electricity comes from renewable sources (such as solar, and battery…