Viridian Consulting Engineers

05/08/2026

"In today’s volatile energy landscape, improving energy efficiency offers SMEs a practical way to reduce energy bills and emissions, improve profitability, strengthen resilience to future price shocks and enhance their long‑term economic competitiveness."

From the International Energy Agency (IEA)

Unlocking energy efficiency can help small firms build resilience against price shocks - A commentary by Emma Mooney, Donata Schilling

02/08/2026

“If we don’t secure new water supplies and become more efficient with our use, it’s clear that, under a changing climate, we won’t have enough water to meet the needs of both society and the environment in future..."

From The Guardian

Council leaders say crumbling infrastructure and lack of water are jeopardising government’s plans for new homes

30/07/2026

"A drought has been extended across the whole of Wales with the country on course for its driest July on record in 190 years."

From BBC News

Wales is on course for its driest July on record in almost 190 years.

29/07/2026

From Coal Tip to Clean Energy: The UK Projects Turning Former Mines Into Renewable Powerhouses

From Byline Times

Solar farms, wind turbines and geothermal heat pumps are breathing new life into former collieries. So why don't we hear more about them?

29/07/2026

"The UK faces an imminent risk to financial stability from climate change, as well as threats from physical damage caused by extreme weather like flooding, which could lead to an insurance crisis"

From Green Central Banking

Financial firms need to do more to price and manage climate risks, BoE says

28/07/2026

"From Nevada to Manchester, developers are trialling innovative solutions to clean energy’s biggest challenge"

From The Guardian

From Nevada to Manchester, developers are trialling innovative solutions to clean energy’s biggest challenge

27/07/2026

"Seven first-of-a-kind energy storage projects have completed government-backed trials aimed at keeping renewable power available during long periods of low wind and reducing reliance on gas."

From Energy Live News

Seven different projects to get funding to help with curtailment and improving system resilience

27/07/2026

"Commercial and public sector organisations are increasingly opting to refurbish and repurpose existing buildings rather than pursue new-build developments as they seek to reduce costs, cut carbon emissions and make better use of existing assets."



From Business Up North

26/07/2026

"A common fungus can break down hard-to-recycle construction waste and turn it into sustainable insulation that rivals traditional and petrochemical-based options, according to researchers at the University of Bath."

From the University of Bath

Engineers harness the power of fungi to break down engineered wood products and create bio-composites with insulating properties.

19/07/2026

Amid all the wildfires and heatwaves there is still progress being made!

"The Welsh Government has announced £17 million in funding to improve the energy efficiency of social homes across Wales."

From ITV News

Watch the latest from ITV News - The Welsh Government has announced £17 million in funding to improve the energy efficiency of social homes across Wales.