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Is wireless EV charging the future?
With electric vehicles (EVs) offering a more environmentally friendly alternative to internal combustion engines, manufacturers are looking for ways to help consumers to embrace the technology and encourage uptake. Wireless EV charging is the latest advancement that could make owning and operating an electric vehicle easier and more efficient. How does wireless EV charging work? […]
Read moreNew year, new career? Become an electrician!
With the New Year comes new beginnings, new resolutions and new opportunities to learn. For many, it’s a time of reflection, where the thought of making a big change could be particularly appealing. If you’re considering changing careers this year, it’s well worth looking into becoming an electrician. Read on to find out more about […]
Read moreThe demand for tradeswomen is on the rise
While hands-on trades such as plumbing and construction have historically been dominated by male workers, the gender gap in this industry has slowly begun to close. Coupled with an increase in women in these types of roles, consumers are also showing more interest in hiring female contractors in place of their male counterparts. Tradespeople search […]
Read moreGovernment increases heat pump grants by 50%
As part of the government’s net zero strategy, the Prime Minister has made some changes to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, making it one of the most generous schemes in Europe. What is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme? The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is a grant offering homes in the UK money towards the cost of […]
Read moreAre solar panels the next big thing in the world of recycling?
As more and more people embrace cleaner, greener options like solar power, we need to start thinking about what happens to solar panels once they stop working. The UK has more than 1.3 million domestic solar installations, and around 500 operational solar farms, making solar panel recycling an important topic when considering the environmental impact […]
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