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Housing developer, Harron Homes, was looking to adopt renewable heating into its new build housing project at the Nevison’s Fold development in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The project included a collaborative stakeholder effort from Harron Homes in conjunction with specialists, Secon Renewables, Panasonic, UK Cylinders, Honeywell Home and installers D&R Plumbing & Heating and Steve Wade …
40 Leadenhall, a prestigious mixed-use building, has been equipped with Distech Controls’ state-of-the-art solutions to deliver an energy efficient, flexible and future-ready building that prioritises the wellbeing of occupants. Distech Controls Inc., an innovation leader in intelligent buildings, has been part of an exciting collaboration to deliver an energy efficient, sustainable and human-centric building in …
World Mental Health Day, October 10, is a chance to remind others, especially men, that asking for support is not weakness, but courage. For NAPIT Field Officer, Andrew McDonald, there was a time when life felt heavy. Like many people, he’s faced moments of struggle, times when the weight of daily challenges and health issues …
Like & share this news article: News Uncategorised Posted by: electime 10th October 2025 Two years after launch, Allstar Chargepass continues to evolve to meet the needs of fleets Near-Home Charging developed in partnership with Co Charger helps drivers without home chargers cut downtime and costs Allstar, one of the UK’s leading EV, …
With heating season on the horizon, Wilo is encouraging installers to source heating circulation pumps from reputable suppliers. The reminder comes amid the annual surge for replacement pumps, as heating systems are serviced, upgraded or repaired ahead of the colder months. With some on the lookout for a new heating circulation pump, the manufacturer is …
Thorne & Derrick International, a leading global supplier of specialist electrical, mechanical, and safety products to the energy, utilities, and industrial sectors, marked its 40th anniversary in spectacular fashion with an elegant celebration at the historic Beamish Hall in County Durham. The milestone event, held on 3rd October brought together the team to honour four …
New research reveals an innovation disconnect between perceived innovation and the realities of technological and cultural readiness within the UK energy and utilities sector. The findings coming from RS found while 88 per cent of senior energy and utilities leaders view levels of innovation as high in their organisation – more than three quarters (78 …
Drayton, expert and leading manufacturer of heating controls, recently surveyed heating engineers, electricians, heat pump installers and plumbers about homeowner appetite for smart home technology. When asked about consumer interest in smart home technology, 96 per cent of the surveyed installers revealed that their customers had demonstrated an interested in smart home technology. The demand …
Newly released data from UK Power Networks shows that Londoners have received enough power to make over 850 billion cups of tea in 12 months. The electricity firm that delivers power to 8.5 million homes and businesses across London, the South East and the East has recently released data on the amount of energy in …
Like & share this news article: News Posted by: electime 10th October 2025 Leading trade association says ‘quick courses’ continues to pose a risk to the public and that there is no substitute for apprenticeships Campaigning trade body SELECT has once again warned of the ongoing danger to public safety from organisations offering …
In addition to African ministers the event also attracted the IAEA), delegates from G20 nations and select, invited organisations Read More at ESI Africa
Retail sales slowed in September but increased on a year-over-year basis as retailers prepare for the holiday season, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. “Retail sales dipped in September as consumers hit the pause button after two solid months of back-to-school spending,” says NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay. “Amid continued economic uncertainty, consumers opted …
Dunn-Edwards has announced Midnight Garden as its 2026 Color of the Year. The deep, muted green is reminiscent of moss, lichen and natural elements. With more customers gravitating towards modern tones, Midnight Garden represents a movement towards bringing nature indoors. Warm terracottas, balanced purples and neutral tones complement the shade. “Midnight Garden is the green …
This dependence exposes African countries to external shocks, exchange rate volatility and rising import bills – while limiting local value addition and job creation Read More at ESI Africa
Table of Contents Toggle What are Bargaining Councils There are 38 registered Bargaining Councils in South Africa Bargaining Council Exco Of the 38 council web sites that we visited we found Between the 8 sets of financial statements Bargaining Councils Annual Reports and Financial Statements Bargaining Councils Serve Different Industries such as Images Video Links …
Implementing energy-saving measures in hospitals is challenging, as healthcare facilities are among the most energy-intensive businesses, and power cannot simply be switched off Read More at ESI Africa
Collett & Sons Ltd, a leading UK name in specialist wind turbine transport logistics, has successfully completed all deliveries to North Kyle Wind Farm, located in East Ayrshire, Scotland. With a total of 441 components transported to build 49 Vestas V136 turbines, North Kyle marks the third-largest wind farm transport project ever completed by Collett. …
With apprenticeships firmly on the agenda as the UK grapples with skills shortages, the plumbing and heating sector is under pressure to attract and retain fresh talent. Trade bodies including the APHC and BESA warn that a lack of new entrants is already affecting delivery across the industry, while national data from CITB shows the …
InstaVolt has cemented its position at the forefront of EV infrastructure with a series of prestigious awards in 2025, including two major wins for its flagship Winchester Superhub. The pioneering site was named Charging Destination of the Year at the EVIES Awards 2025 and EV Infrastructure Project of the Year at the Solar & Storage …
The NERC quarterly report shows metering, billing and service interruptions continue to be the prevalent issues raised by customer complaints Read More at ESI Africa
The World Bank is looking for a Senior Environmental Specialist to join the team in Nairobi, Kenya. Closing date: 23 October 2025 The World Bank’s Eastern and Southern Africa Region (AFE), comprised of approximately 1,200 staff, mostly based in 26 country offices, has been helping countries realise their considerable development potential by focusing on, amongst …
Packing 150-mile-per-hour winds and storm surges as high as 15 feet, the Category 4 Hurricane Ian ravaged southwest Florida in September 2022. Directly in the path of the storm was The Goodz, Inc., an independent hardware store in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Billed as “Your Island Everything Store,” The Goodz sold everything from hardware to …
The sweeping effects of tariffs in 2025 have impacted almost every industry, including the home improvement and construction industries. The Home Improvement Research Institute and Datavations’ Tariffs and Toolbench webinar unpacked the costly effects these tariffs are having on particular categories in the home improvement industry, and what retailers can do to offset the impacts. …
The facility is equipped with modern storage infrastructure and solar-powered water reticulation Read More at ESI Africa