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Maybe it has something to do with the sunny weather but according to latest Ofgem (UK Electricity and Gas Regulator) figures, over 10MW of Solar PV panels were installed on UK roofs during April 2011, the second consecutive record month and continuing a significant monthly upward trend. Since the FeedIn Tariffs scheme launched with just […]
Technicians who have taken plumbing courses could find new employment opportunities arising from new legislation proposed this week. The government announced in the second reading of the Energy Bill that landlords will need to achieve certain standards at their properties by 2016. As well as creating work for engineers with plumbing course training, who may […]
All prospective candidates who are presently considering training on one of the City & Guilds, BPEC and NICEIC renewable energy courses at AbleSkills Renewable Energy Centre always receive a warm and welcoming invitation to come along to take a look around and spend some time speaking to current students and ask questions of the centre […]
The benefits of using LED lights have been lauded by one industry expert, suggesting tradesmen with electrical course qualifications may see more of them in the future. Ashley Smith, marketing manager of consumer lighting at Phillips, explained that such lighting is benefiting consumers as new shapes are being developed to suit different styles of rooms. […]
PV courses could rise in popularity due to demand from farmers for the installation of solar panels. Speaking on the BBC podcast Farming Today, National Farmers Union chief advisor on renewable energy Dr Jonathan Scurlock explained that take-up of such devices among members has been "enthusiastic". He revealed that discussions are taking place regarding how […]
There could be new interest in renewable energy courses if the government manages to engage with consumers using its Green Deal project. Sustain Worldwide sustainability and communications director Gordon Miller pointed out that the so-called green sector has been earmarked by the coalition as an area that can provide new employment opportunities. Some of these […]
A series of sustainable power and energy efficiency projects could be in line to receive money from the European Union's (EU's) New Entrant Reserve Fund (NER) and hire engineers who have completed renewable energy courses. According to the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), 12 applications have been submitted to the European Investment Bank […]
Here at AbleSkills Renewable Energy Centre, it’s always systems go! Another hectic week begins as the next new set of students arrive to begin their training, hopefully, already fired up by the thought of working with the new technologies!In today’s challenging economy, a great opportunity is for the taking to be hands-on while learning all […]
A high-profile source has highlighted how important it is to the construction industry to have green innovation targets, which could in turn prompt interest in renewable energy courses. Speaking at Grand Designs Live in London, television presenter, designer and writer Kevin McCloud suggested the sector could be pushed forward if the government would introduce legislation […]
