Sustainable energy and lighting upgrades must not be overlooked, despite desperate need for school building repairs
In response to a recent report highlighting that an estimated 700,000 children are being taught in unsafe or ageing school buildings in England, leading sustainable energy company, Powercor, is warning against neglecting the necessary transition to sustainable energy solutions and modern LED lighting systems in schools. The report, by the National Audit Office, throws into […]
From panels to paint, solar technology will drive sustainability
As the world continues to develop more efficient ways to navigate to a sustainable future, solar power has become the mainstay of many efficient energy programmes. Such is its importance that solar power methodologies are being transformed with new technology that is changing the way we approach the use of energy. It comes against a […]
5 reasons why commercial and domestic property owners should consider solar power
Solar power (or photovoltaic) has become even more popular in the face of rising energy costs and, here at Powercor, we have seen demand explode for this sustainable energy solution. But we’re not just installing solar because the demand is there, we strongly believe in solar as a worthwhile investment for a number of reasons. […]
The Swan Sanctuary
Mute swans aren’t really mute and if they could speak our language we are sure they would approve of the upgrade to their sanctuary at Shepperton. Known in Britain as the “Royal Bird” mute swans are protected by law known as “the Royal Prerogative”. Powercor are proud to have helped provide additional future protection to […]
Powercor’s lighting and energy project proves a favourite with Queen Anne’s
A two-year project by Powercor with one of the top independent schools in the UK has become a best-practice case study of how a thorough approach to the use of cutting-edge technology and a solid, technical approach to energy provision can both accelerate a school’s transition to net zero emissions and drastically reduce energy costs. […]
Forget the government’s £25m energy-saving education campaign – just look to kids for inspiration
With the government spending millions on a new campaign to educate people on how to save energy, STEM charity SATRO and sustainable energy company Powercor have revealed that primary school children might just be the best source of advice for households and businesses looking to save on energy costs. SATRO and Powercor undertook the 2022 […]
Schools rise to the challenge as energy efficiency competition proves huge success
A competition which was designed to help primary school pupils make a real difference to the energy efficiency in their schools came to an end this month with an award ceremony which honoured all participating schools, including those that had made the biggest difference to their energy consumption. Powercor partnered with STEM charity SATRO (https://www.satro.org.uk/) […]
Key Strategies to Controlling Rising Energy Costs
Rising energy prices have added further impetus for schools and businesses looking to more sustainable and energy-saving systems. The global energy price hike, which has seen costs increase exponentially, shows little sign of abating. Here we discuss some key strategies for controlling energy costs. For schools, educational institutions and business the impact is already being […]
Powercor and St George’s College’s work shows the power of Ground Source Heat Pump technology
Powercor’s Technical Director Chris Wright explains how the company’s work with one of the country’s leading public schools highlights how a can-do attitude is key to delivering a reduction in carbon emissions, and with it energy costs. Our relationship with St George’s College Weybridge has been a lengthy one, encompassing a wide range of work […]
Schools must go green to save on energy costs
Rising energy prices are set to hit the education sector hard with some schools expecting between 50 to 60 percent increase in their energy bills. With the global energy price hike already having an impact for schools, educational institutions and businesses Chris Wright, Technical Director of Powercor, an expert organisation in the field of sustainable […]
