Despite widespread concern about high energy prices and keeping warm in winter, new research by Which? has found few households are looking to improve the insulation of their homes and public engagement remains low. Last week, the UK government launched new funding for up to 300,000 eligible households to get insulation installed. However, Which? has […]
Emily Seymour, Which? Sustainability Editor, said: “Many of us want to reduce the carbon footprint of our homes and save money, where possible. A heat pump is a sustainable replacement for fossil fuel heating such as gas, oil or LPG and can potentially cut energy bills in the long run. They are expensive to install though, and it’s […]
Sue Davies, Which? Head of Consumer Protection Policy, said: “Our research found shortcomings with the public EV charging infrastructure, with many drivers reporting that they have struggled to navigate inconvenient payment systems or find a charge point in working order, so these new regulations are an important step. “Charge point operators should look to implement these changes more […]
Sue Davies, Which? Head of Consumer Protection Policy, said: “It’s disappointing that the government currently looks set to miss this target, especially as Which? research found that one of the main barriers preventing drivers from switching to electric vehicles was concerns about a public charging infrastructure that is falling short. “We found that many drivers struggle to find […]
Not only is food waste a huge environmental issue, but it also costs consumers financially too. Which? is sharing simple tips to follow which could help you waste less food and money. Climate action charity Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) found that UK consumers throw out around a sixth of the food they buy. […]
Emily Seymour, Which? Sustainability Editor, said: “Many consumers want to make the switch to electric vehicles, but the cost of living crisis is adding huge pressure to household budgets. “Which? research has found that the upfront cost of purchasing an electric vehicle is the biggest barrier preventing drivers from switching and many felt that there […]
Sue Davies, Which? Head of Consumer Rights Policy, said: “It is positive that the CMA is investigating potentially misleading environmental claims that ASOS, Boohoo and George at Asda have been making about their fashion products and that a wider investigation into the fashion sector will continue. Which? research shows that consumers want to make more […]
Surbiton-based low-impact adventure and activity holiday specialist, Exodus Travels, has been recognised as this year’s first ever Which? Sustainability Champion. The honorary award, which has been established to recognise a specific project or initiative that improves a company’s environmental footprint, commended Exodus Travels for its impactful sustainability initiatives and clear future commitments for sustainable travel. […]
Consumers could save £336 a year – more than £3,000 over a decade – on their energy bills and help reduce their carbon footprint just by switching to more energy efficient appliances when their old white goods need replacing, Which? research finds. The consumer champion’s newly-launched running cost tools aim to help people save money […]
Good Energy, GEUK and Ecotricity have beaten the biggest energy firms to be named the best providers on sustainability, Which? research reveals, with all three crowned Which?’s first Eco Providers for energy. British Gas, Scottish Power, Bulb and Octopus were the best of the ‘big’ providers on sustainability in Which?’s analysis of more than 40 […]