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• Soaring energy bills prevent Brits from buying low-carbon heating technology

  26-04-2023 12:57
  
  New data from The Eco Experts‘ National Home Energy Survey has revealed that soaring energy bills and the rise in cost of living has made 43% of Brits less likely to purchase low-carbon technology in the past 12 months.
  Low-carbon heating products such as air source heat pumps could help UK households to reduce their energy bills and shrink their carbon footprint by 44%. A heat pump typically saves £6,700 overall compared to a gas boiler, but rising energy costs have denied nearly ha
  
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• Beko completes 55-Mile London to Brighton Challenge in support of Barnardo’s

  14-09-2026 12:09 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  A team of Beko colleagues completed the 55-mile London to Brighton Bike Ride on Sunday, 13 September, raising vital funds for long-standing charity partner, Barnardo’s. Setting off from Clapham Common, Team Beko cycled to Brighton Seafront, taking on the challenge together in support of Barnardo’s work with children, young people and families across the UK. […]
  
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• Passiv UK enters Irish market with Midsummer Ireland partnership

  14-09-2026 11:50 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Passiv Smart Thermostat now available to renewable energy installers across the Republic of Ireland
  The Passiv Smart Thermostat from Passiv UK is now available to installers across the Republic of Ireland through Midsummer Ireland, marking Passiv UK’s first move into the Irish market.
  The partnership brings Passiv’s smart heat pump controls to Midsummer Ireland’s established network of renewable energy installers, providing a new option for heating professionals looking to maxi
  
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• New resource hub to support students and apprentices

  14-09-2026 11:35 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  A dedicated new resources hub on the Martindale website has been introduced to support students and apprentices as they start their journey in the electrical industry.
  As an industry leader in the field of safety and test equipment Martindale has collated a comprehensive library of free essential resources, guides and downloads for electrical students, apprentices and their educators – in one central hub – so that all concerned can easily:
  · Learn – build knowledge with
  
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• 56.3% of independent electrical retailers report growth in laundry

  14-09-2026 10:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Laundry has emerged as the strongest growth category for independent electrical retailers, according to the ERT Report 2026. ERT’s inaugural industry survey found that 56.3 per cent of respondents identified laundry as a category that had experienced strong growth over the past 12 months, putting it ahead of cooking appliances at 43.8 per cent and […]
  
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• IFA 2026: Dreame unveils next-generation innovations

  13-09-2026 21:30 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  At IFA 2026, Dreame Technology unveiled a portfolio of next-generation products at IFA 2026, including the robot vacuum Aqua20 Pro Ultra Roller X Complete and the mini camera LEAPTIC Cube. The Pano 10 window cleaner and the wet & dry T series, first unveiled at the Dreame Sphere event this May, also return to the […]
  
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• iFi audio and Qobuz Launch “Songs That Take Us Back” for World Alzheimer’s Month

  11-09-2026 12:34 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  iFi audio has teamed up with Qobuz for Songs That Take Us Back, a community campaign celebrating the powerful connection between music and memory during World Alzheimer’s Month. Running from 1–30 September 2026, the campaign invites listeners to create a playlist connected to a memorable period or moment in their lives and share it with […]
  
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• Successful transformer project delivered by Electro-Wind

  11-09-2026 12:05 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Electro-Wind is proud to announce the successful completion and delivery of fifty-four bespoke IP65-rated 28V DC trailer transformers for a valued customer.
  Designed, engineered and manufactured entirely in the UK at our 35,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Stoke-on-Trent, this project was delivered within an accelerated 8-week programme, meeting a critical customer requirement and exceeding expectations.
  Each transformer was manufactured with a heavy-duty steel enclosure, providing robust pro
  
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• BCIA Q2 report reveals growth for UK building controls market

  11-09-2026 11:34 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  The UK building controls and Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) market has remained in positive territory during Q2 2026, despite a moderation in activity following the particularly strong growth recorded in the first quarter, according to the latest Market Information Report from the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA).
  Total industry revenues for Products, Installation Value Added and Service and Maintenance supplied into the UK market reached £225.9 million during Q2 20
  
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• SELECT and SJIB warn against rise of rogue electrical training providers

  11-09-2026 11:29 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  SELECT and the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) have issued a fresh warning about the dangers of rogue training providers offering short courses which claim to provide a fast-track route into the electrical industry.
  The two organisations say there is growing concern that people are being encouraged to believe they can acquire the knowledge, practical skills and occupational competence required of a qualified electrician after only a few weeks of classroom-based training.
  They have now urged
  
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• Spectre Lighting expands UK lighting stock

  11-09-2026 11:26 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Commercial lighting manufacturer Spectre Lighting has announced a planned expansion of its UK stockholding, executing a strategic direction to increase inventory levels and ensure continued supply after exceptionally strong market demand across the wholesale, specification and contracting sectors.
  Launched in June by 25 year industry specialist Craig Taylor, the Warrington based business entered the sector to tackle a growing pain point in commercial building projects: extended import lead times
  
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• ASKO at IFA 2026 – Precision Matters: Thoughtfully engineered for modern living

  10-09-2026 15:17 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  At IFA 2026, ASKO presented a complete portfolio of premium kitchen and laundry solutions built around one guiding principle: Precision Matters. All of this it says is enhanced by ASKO Sense, a connected platform that brings together intelligent assistance, personalised recommendations and smart automation. By helping users make the most of the capabilities already built […]
  
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• LG TVs accused of ‘eavesdropping’ on users in YouTube investigation

  10-09-2026 15:13 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  LG televisions have been accused of collecting extensive amounts of user data, including information about nearby devices and Wi-Fi networks, following an investigation by YouTube channel Gamers Nexus. The investigation, carried out by Gamers Nexus in partnership with fellow YouTube channel Level1Techs and cybersecurity researchers MrBruh and uturn, examined the data collection and security capabilities […]
  
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• Can we stop talking about AI now?

  10-09-2026 11:30 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  AI was everywhere at IFA 2026 again… But after three days of hearing those two letters on almost every stand, ERT Editor Will McGill asks whether it is time we stopped talking quite so much about AI – and started talking about what it actually does. I’m bored of AI. There, I said it. After […]
  
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• Hisense extends long-term UEFA partnership as Official Partner of UEFA EURO 2028

  10-09-2026 10:48 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Hisense has announced it will continue its partnership with UEFA as an Official Partner of the UEFA EURO 2028. Following the announcement at IFA Berlin 2026, it marks the brands fourth consecutive sponsorship of the UEFA European Championship. It signifies an exciting year for the UK and Ireland in 2028, as Leeds-headquartered subsidiary, Hisense UK […]
  
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• EIC Case Stufy: Keeping the door open

  09-09-2026 12:00 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  How compassionate support helped Chris re-engage with life.
  Suicide doesn’t just affect the person who took their own life. It leaves a lasting impact on the loved ones left behind. Losing someone to suicide is one of the most complex forms of bereavement a person can experience, as was the case for Chris, a self-employed electrician who suffered the devastating loss of both of his daughters to suicide.
  Chris contacted the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) during a period of profound gr
  
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• IFA 2026: TCL touts ultra large TVs, massive Micro LED screens, and premium soundbars

  08-09-2026 13:39 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  TCL flexed its manufacturing muscle at IFA 2026, showcasing ultra large SQD-Mini LED TVs, and innovations in 8K 3D and Micro LED, reports Steve May. Dominating its booth space was the flagship 98-inch X11L SQD-Mini LED TV. Also available in 75-, and 85-inch screen sizes, the X11L supports native 144Hz refresh rates for PC gaming […]
  
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• Luceco earns Silver Medal from EcoVadis

  08-09-2026 11:50 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Luceco has announced that it has achieved a Silver Medal from EcoVadis, a global leader in business sustainability assessments.
  Luceco PLC scored 80 out of 100, placing the company in the 94th percentile globally among all companies assessed by EcoVadis, and in the top 3% of companies rated in the Manufacture of Wiring and Wiring Devices industry.
  The EcoVadis assessment evaluates sustainability performance across 21 criteria within four core themes: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethic
  
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• 26.3% of independent electrical retailers say supplier support has worsened

  08-09-2026 10:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  More than a quarter of independent electrical retailers believe the support they receive from suppliers has worsened over the past 12 months, according to the ERT Report 2026. ERT’s inaugural industry survey found that 26.3 per cent of respondents rated current supplier support as worse than a year ago, while 57.9 per cent said it […]
  
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• Miele cooks up bigger independent offer with CIH and Soloco

  07-09-2026 22:36 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Miele is expanding its partnerships with CIH and Soloco as the premium appliance manufacturer reaffirms its long-term commitment to independent electrical retailers across Great Britain and Northern Ireland. From 2 November 2026, a wider selection of Miele kitchen appliances will become available to independent electrical retailers exclusively through the two buying groups. The move builds […]
  
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• Haier announces global partnership with UEFA Champions League

  07-09-2026 12:10 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Haier has announced a global partnership with UC3, under which Haier will become a Global Partner of the UEFA Champions League from the 2027/28 season through the 2030/31 season. The four-year partnership, running from July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2031, grants Haier exclusive worldwide rights in the home appliances, televisions and commercial display screens categories […]
  
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• Commit to a moral culture for safety, says Fire Aware

  07-09-2026 11:47 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Growing fire safety leader Fire Aware says the only way to ensure cultural change is for organisations large and small across all sectors to recognise that the public are relying on their moral approach for their safety.
  Fire Aware CEO Gavin Skelly says the duty holders in multiple sectors affected by fire safety legislation should raise their own standards of best practice to meet and even exceed legal requirements.
  Skelly said: “Our own members are proud to commit to a Code of Conduct an
  
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• AMDEA Calls for Recycling Resilience  

  07-09-2026 11:40 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The UK Home Appliance Association  (AMDEA)  is calling for Government to work together with business to create the policies needed to build resilient, long-term UK recycling capacity. The UK fridge and cooling appliance treatment and recycling capacity is currently under pressure following the closure of major treatment plants. This loss of specialist treatment capacity is […]
  
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• EIC marks 121 Years with Mental Health Awareness Walk Across London

  04-09-2026 11:58 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  On 10 September 2026, the Electrical Industries Charity will celebrate 121 years with a 13 kilometre walk through London, bringing together supporters from across the electrical and energy sector to shine a spotlight on mental health and wellbeing.
  The walk celebrates more than a century of the Charity’s work supporting individuals and families working in the electrical and energy industries through life’s challenges. It also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of communi
  
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• ERT Reviews: Eufy Omni E35

  04-09-2026 10:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The robot vacuum market is becoming increasingly crowded, with new models launching at every price point and manufacturers all claiming market-leading suction and smarter navigation. For retailers, that makes it harder than ever to identify products that genuinely deliver on their promises. After spending time living with the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35, it’s clear […]
  
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• EW September – The EW Awards are nearly here!

  03-09-2026 12:07 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Global home automation and smart device adoption has continued to scale rapidly, with household penetration rates at roughly 64% in the UK, according to data examined by Clearly Automate. Homes all over the world actively use connected tech, driven heavily by convenience, security and energy management concerns.
  Click here to read the latest issue
  We’ve got two excellent features on the topic of home automation in this issue. Firstly, Nick Gwilliam of Ansell Lighting takes a look at the sm
  
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• EIC calls for industry action during Suicide Prevention Month

  03-09-2026 11:57 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is taking the opportunity this Suicide Prevention Month to encourage conversations around mental health and remind those working across the electrical and energy industries that help is always within reach.
  Despite growing awareness around mental wellbeing, our industry continues to struggle with higher than average suicide rates. Too often, our people suffer in silence rather than speaking openly about their mental health challenges.
  Here are the facts:In
  
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• Forum Lighting Solutions strengthens leadership team

  03-09-2026 11:47 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Forum Lighting Solutions, one of the UK’s largest suppliers of lighting and smart controls to the Electrical Wholesale trade, is strengthening the senior team with the promotion of Steve Kaye to Marketing Director, following two successful years with the business.
  Since joining in August 2024, Steve has played a key role in shaping the company’s marketing strategy. He is now stepping into the senior position with a clear focus of building on the foundations and driving the brand forw
  
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• IFA 2026: Anker charges into new era with major brand shake-up

  03-09-2026 10:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Anker Innovations is bringing its five brands together under the Anker name as the company looks to create a more unified portfolio spanning charging, audio, smart home, robotics and energy. The move will see Anker, eufy, soundcore, SOLIX and eufyMake gradually transition under a single identity, almost 15 years after the company launched its first […]
  
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• Hoover revs up support for British GT title hopeful

  02-09-2026 21:13 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Hoover is backing British racing driver Thomas Holland as he targets the British GT Championship title with two rounds of the season remaining. The appliance brand has supported Holland throughout the season, with Hoover branding featuring on his race car as he competes in the championship. Mr Holland currently sits second in the standings on […]
  
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