Community energy is changing britain.

As more farmers consider generating electricity from the sun, Michael Barker explores how this can be achieved with the needs of the environment and food production in mind

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble and Joseph Mullane

NEWS, OPINION + ANALYSIS

Topping up the batteries with solar power has never been easier, says Ali Wood, but how do you decide which type to buy?

Across the UK, but particularly in the south-east of England, giant and featureless buildings are springing up. Despite their size, they’re designed to be unobtrusive, and you won’t spot any signage t

Even if you’re apprehensive about technology, you almost certainly often use it without even realising – such as scrolling through Instagram on your phone, asking Alexa a question or planning a route