View our latest insights, guides and case studies
A leading renewable energy source may have prompted more tradesmen to consider PV training after expounding the virtues of greater investment in solar panels in the UK. Leonie Greene, head of external affairs at the Renewable Energy Association and the Solar Trade Association, wrote in the Guardian that if such microgenerators were fitted to all […]
Recent announcements that traditional fuel bills are, once again, expected to rise by as much as 15 per cent by the end of 2011 could also drive more domestic consumers to convert their household to renewable energy sources. Since the start of the FeedIn Tariff Scheme (FiTs) in April 2010, demand has steadily risen around […]
A Ministry of Defence (MoD) site in Corsham has described how it has created work for people with a variety of qualifications, including tradesmen who have completed plumbing courses. Defence secretary Liam Fox officially opened the base last month and an Army source has described the positive impact the facility has had on the local […]
The government's decision to remove red tape for certain energy suppliers could mean less hoops to jump through for some tradesmen with electrical course qualifications. On Monday (June 13th), the Department of Energy and Climate Change revealed that firms with 250,000 customers or fewer will not need to meet the Carbon Emissions Reduction Target or […]
Anyone who likes doing practical work with their hands may enjoy taking plumbing courses and being employed as a tradesman. While office-based careers suit many individuals, there are plenty of people who prefer to be doing something active in the workplace. Speaking to the Herald Scotland, shipbuilding apprentice Lyndsay Gray explained that she got into […]
A home improvement expert has suggested that consumers may aim to add light and space to their properties in the coming months, which is a trend that may affect tradesmen who have completed electrical courses. Jason Orme, editor of Homebuilding & Renovating, suggested that there may be greater uptake of folding and sliding doors if […]
Renewable energy courses graduates may gain advantages from military investment, after one organisation claimed spending in this area is set to increase. Pike Research revealed military agencies from across the world are set to boost spending significantly in environmentally-friendly technologies over the next 20 years. Figures from the company estimated expenditure to reach $26.8 billion […]
It is often the case that young people have to "tread through mud" when first entering the workforce, doing jobs that they do not enjoy simply to pay the bills or to gain valuable experience, it has been stated. Kevin Friery, clinical director at Right Corecare, said under-30s in the UK often find working life […]
Individuals across the UK who have taken PV training courses may like to get onboard with Universities Week in 2011. Johnny Rich, editor of Push.co.uk, said the week is not really aimed at prospective students, but is more a celebration of the positive impact that higher education has on the UK as a whole. He […]
Companies should take the time to ensure the wellbeing of their staff is a top priority, in news that could be of importance to those businesses offering electrical courses and other training opportunities to their workforce. Debbie Meech, people director at Cable&Wireless Worldwide, said the stress of the recession has meant that companies need to […]
Individuals who have completed PV training courses in recent months should remain optimistic when job hunting, a sector expert has stated. Denise Taylor, author of 'How to get a job in the recession', said people simply need to stay focused and should do all they can not to be disheartened if results do not happen […]
