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Did you know that the amount of solar energy that reaches the surface of the Earth is between 240 and 340 watts per square metre, depending where on the Earth you are, and in just one hour, enough sunlight reaches the Earth to supply all its energy needs for an entire year!It’s therefore, not surprising […]
Able Skills are delighted to announce the launch of evening classes for the new C&G 2357 electrical course.Providing this electrical evening class will allow trainees to study the City and Guilds 2357-13 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment outside of work hours.Allowing our students to train at their convenience is important […]
An electric vehicle network that uses green power could be set to increase interest in renewable energy courses. The technology has been developed through a partnership between Green Motion and Green Energy and now looks set to be introduced across the UK. With the electricity for the cars coming from sustainable sources, there is likely […]
There could soon be a spike in demand for PV training in Kent, after a major German solar panel installation firm set up a base in the county. Speaking to the Financial Times, managing director of SunConcept UK Catherine Stevens-Jung explained that the government's feed-in tariff was "instrumental" in the company's decision to establish a […]
People who have taken professional green training such as renewable energy courses need government support to ensure there are plenty of jobs in the sector. This is the view of shadow energy and climate change secretary Meg Hillier, who claimed there is currently too much uncertainty about the funding and legislation relating to such areas. […]
Technicians who have completed plumbing courses could see an increase in the number of residential contracts on offer after a statement by the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA). The organisation pointed out that replacing a boiler can reduce carbon emissions and lead to lower energy bills for homeowners. It went on to note that […]
Renewable energy courses could be set for a spike in interest around Sheffield as a result of the city's plans for energy self-sufficiency – a proposal endorsed by the energy and climate change secretary. Chris Huhne added his support to the project during a visit to Sheffield College, with the MP describing the initiative as […]
There are a lot of DIY tasks that homeowners should feel confident enough to handle themselves, according to a source, but others may require the services of a tradesman who has completed electrical courses. AA Home Rescue spokeswoman Sue Beeson highlighted activities such as putting up picture hooks and painting as examples of what jobs […]
Interest in PV training could be on the rise if a trial of the grid-connected solar-powered SunMast street light goes well. According to ClickGreen, the device has been installed in South Mimms, Hertfordshire by KN Network Services (KNNS) and generates electricity via PV panels on its base. Speaking to the environment news website, managing director […]
Homeowners who want to be sure there are no hidden leaks in their pipe system should get in touch with a tradesman who has completed professional plumbing courses, it has been suggested. Ivor Bates, director of Ivor Bates Heating and Plumbing, explained on AboutMyArea that people can do an inspection themselves, but some maintenance procedures […]
As part of Able Skills’ commitment to provide open and honest training we have enlisted one of our students to blog about his experiences with us.Through his weekly blog, our newest trainee Peter will aim to educate those people who are keen to train with us about what really happens on an Able Skills tiling […]
An environment expert has suggested Hull could be set for new employment opportunities in the green power sector, which could lead to increased demand for renewable energy courses in the area. Speaking to BBC News, spokesperson for the Renewables Network Sam Pick suggested the number of companies considering establishing projects in the region could make […]
