As 2026 gets underway, we’d like to wish all our trainees a year filled with success, growth and renewable energy opportunities! 2025 was an incredible year for the sector and we’re proud to have supported installers every step of the way – from exams passed to new qualifications earned. Renewable Energy in 2025: A Snapshot…
As the renewable energy sector continues to rapidly grow, one of the most exciting developments in recent years has been the growth of battery storage technology. With solar installations on the rise, battery storage systems are becoming a vital component for homeowners and businesses looking to reduce energy costs and increase energy independence. At GRE,…
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…
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…
MCS Installation Trends 2025: Growth in Heat Pumps, Solar PV & Battery Storage In today’s blog, we take a look at the latest MCS data on renewable technology. As the UK accelerates its transition toward net-zero, the demand for low-carbon technologies continues to surge. Recent Q1 data released by MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) for 2025…
A Year in Review: The Rise of Renewable Technology in 2024 As we wrap up an incredible year for renewable technologies and GRE, we celebrate the progress made in green energy adoption, and look back at the year as a whole. The latest data from the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) highlights the growing momentum across…