The government has underestimated the cost of installing smart meters in all UK homes, according to new research.Accountancy firm Ernst & Young has revealed that the £9 billion set aside to fit 26 million homes with the devices will not be enough.Instead, the firm suggests the real cost will be...

Britons are making lifestyle changes in order to save money on energy bills, new research has revealed.According to a survey from uSwitch.com, 78 per cent of homeowners have become more energy efficient over the past 12 months with the rising cost of utility bills a factor for 36 per cent...

A controversial plan to create an eco-town in Leicestershire could help to solve the region's housing crisis, one MP has said.Iain Wright from the Department for Communities and Local Government has said that the Pennbury development, which outlines proposals for 15,000 green homes, will enable more people to access the...

Solar tiles have been included as part of a green homes development in Surrey.Bryant Homes has revealed that a selection of properties on its Caterham site will feature the new solar technology.In total, 14 homes on the development will be fitted with the discrete solar tiles which resemble traditional roof...