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Only an integrated, systemic approach can deliver resilient power systems, broaden energy access, ensure affordability and unlock the full potential of the energy transition, says a new report Read More at ESI Africa
Leading apprenticeship provider JTL has officially opened its newly refurbished ‘London South’ training centre in Orpington, following a £1 million investment to expand high-quality electrical, plumbing and heating training across London and Kent. The centre was formally opened at a launch event attended by employers, industry stakeholders and local representatives, with Helen Hayes MP, Chair …
The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) recently visited Loughborough College to speak with JTL Electrical Apprentices and T Level Electrical students about our ongoing mission to support apprentices, employees, retired colleagues and their immediate families within the electrical and energy industries. A key focus of the visit was EIC’s mental health awareness work and the importance …
Looking at the world that was and what could be in our annual power and energy feature Read More at ESI Africa
The U.S. economy added 50,000 jobs in December and the unemployment rate was reported at 4.4% for the month, marking little change from the previous month, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Overall, 584,000 jobs were added in 2025, putting last year on the list of poorest year for job creation since …
Builders have faced significant challenges in recent months with elevated mortgage rates and high construction costs, according to the latest residential housing market report and an analysis by the National Association of Home Builders. Overall housing starts dropped to a 4.6% annual seasonally adjusted rate in October to 1.25 million units, according to the U.S. …
Parliamentary reception puts sole traders at the heart of the UK’s Making Tax Digital transition With major changes to the tax system less than 3 months away, Sage and Checkatrade, the UK’s leading home improvement platform, brought tradespeople, policymakers and technology leaders together in the House of Commons yesterday to spotlight how digital tools and …
Reinforces the value of Signify’s active engagement in public policy and industry collaboration, disclosure of climate-related risks and opportunities and ambitious science-based emissions reduction targets. Signify, the world leader in lighting, has been recognized on CDP’s annual Climate ‘A’ list for leadership on climate action. The rating reflects excellence across all dimensions of climate leadership, …
NVC Lighting has launched its new 2026 catalogue, featuring new products alongside a wide array of high-performance and cost-effective LED commercial lighting solutions for a range of applications and sectors. The new catalogue includes a selection of products new for 2026, including the upgraded STERLING PRO. Using the latest back-lit technology, STERLING PRO combines high …
The five-year partnership with Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) has helped 500 young people gain valuable trade skills, 70 per cent of whom have earned a City & Guilds qualification Toolstation has announced the completion of a new community renovation project in partnership with social enterprise Volunteer It Yourself (VIY), helping transform and refurbish the clubhouse …
Looking at the world that was and what could be in our annual power and energy feature Read More at ESI Africa
The start of a new year is a time for the industry to look back on successes and challenges from the past year and anticipate new opportunities for the year ahead. Paint & Decorating Retailer recently spoke with Dennis Karnstein, commercial president and general manager of the Pittsburgh Paints Company, about his outlook on the …
Consumer confidence fell in December to the lowest level since April’s tariff implementation, reflecting concerns about increasing inflation and a weak labor market, according to an analysis by the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye on Housing. The labor market differential, which measured the gap between consumers viewing jobs as plentiful and hard-to-get, continued to …
2026 is a year of great opportunities for Electric Vehicles, says the global vehicle charging brand CTEK, with a wide range of exciting new cars arriving and a new era of smarter charging possible. But to fully accelerate to electric, everyone in the EV ecosystem must encourage drivers to make the switch. Stefan Gabrielsson, Business …
A ground-breaking three-year partnership supports Service leavers and veterans into construction careers. A trailblazing three-year partnership between Lovell, Morgan Sindall Construction and the Building Heroes Education Foundation launches the industry-focused sponsorship of the Darlington Skills Academy, a major support hub for Service leavers and veterans looking to enter into a career within the construction industry, …
The growth of micro-financing is enabling more low-income households to access financial services Read More at ESI Africa
Looking at the world that was and what could be in our annual power and energy feature Read More at ESI Africa
At the end of December 2025, long-term mortgage rates were at the lowest level since September 2024, continuing the steady decline seen since mid-2025. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.19% in December, 5 basis points (bps) lower than November, while the 15-year rate declined 3 bps to 5.48%, according to Freddie Mac. Compared to a …
UK EV charge point manufacturer VCHRGD announces integration with Octopus Energy’s Intelligent Octopus Go smart tariff, offering customers super-low charging costs and making it easier for installers to offer VCHRGD EV chargers to more customers than ever before. VCHRGD Technologies, one of the UK’s fastest-growing EV charge point manufacturers, has confirmed that its chargers are …
A father and daughter duo have been helping to keep London’s lights on for a combined 64 years – crediting their long service to the “loyalty and pride” they both feel for UK Power Networks. Sarah Day, customer services manager for central London, started her career in power 17 years ago after walking into the Falconwood office as an …
More than 1,600 UK businesses filed for administration in 2025 – a 5 per cent decrease compared to last year – according to analysis by full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau. However, the figure (1,631) remains 22 per cent higher than in 2022, signalling that UK companies are still facing significant pressures despite some signs of …
Growing fire safety organisation Fire Aware is highlighting the need for further training and education across the industry at all levels to help improve prevention and improve fire safety across the built environment. The fire safety sector is currently facing significant shortages of qualified staff, made worse by the need for specialist skills to manage …
Looking at the world that was and what could be in our annual power and energy feature Read More at ESI Africa
Funds from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) must be used for retrofitting old, inefficient building services with smarter upgrades, in the push for making hospitals, schools and public buildings more sustainable. The call comes from Jason Cox, sales director for building services at Wilo, a leading manufacturer of pumps and pump systems, as grants …