Tuesday, 05 September 2017
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by Jon Swain

Energy crops for biofuel production

A new report by the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAE) has called for a greater focus on second generation biofuel production, in order to develop this industry in the UK and help meet climate change targets. RAE makes the following policy recommendations:
Thursday, 31 August 2017
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by Tay Bishop

RHI regulations brought forward

The long anticipated RHI regulations are to come into effect on 20 September. The reforms were laid before parliament yesterday giving the minimum 20-day notice. This has the greatest impact for biomass boilers where the tariffs for small, medium and large biomass will all align to one new tariff.
Thursday, 31 August 2017
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by Javier Cerrada

Javier heads off into the sunset

On the 7 October, I would have celebrated my third anniversary here at FEC Energy. However, Thursday (31 August) is my last day as I have been fortunate to get a job in my native country of Spain.
Tuesday, 29 August 2017
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by Chris Plackett

FEC Energy joins the NFU

This week has seen changes here at FEC Energy that brings positive news for both our clients and staff alike. We have sold the FEC Energy Ltd business to the National Farmers Union (NFU) in a strategic move which recognises the increasing involvement of farmers in the energy business.
Thursday, 24 August 2017
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by Oli Coe

Irish Minister Denis Naughten proposals regarding the Irish RHI

I recently attended the Energy in Agriculture Event, held in County Tipperary, Ireland.  
Tuesday, 22 August 2017
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by Ed Hardy

Waste: an inevitable by-product of living or a useful resource?

Even in these modern times, waste remains a part of our daily lives. From organic matter to petroleum-based plastic, waste comes in many forms. Recycling is a higher priority these days than at any time in the past, but doing so is not always a cost-effective option. In such cases, other methods of
Thursday, 17 August 2017
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by Jenny Beynon

FEC Energy head to Ireland’s biggest energy event

On the 22 August Oli Coe, our senior engineer, will be attending the Energy in Agriculture event in Co.Tipperary, Ireland. This event is Ireland’s largest energy event for the farming community which highlights opportunities for farmers with regards to renewable energy and how they can adopt a
Wednesday, 16 August 2017
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by Javier Cerrada

Are you missing out on CCL relief?

I recently visited a greenhouse facility to help a customer with their compliance for the NFU Climate Change Levy (CCL) scheme. The Climate Change Levy is a tax charged on gas, electricity, LPG, coal and coke used by businesses in the UK. There is a tax relief available for businesses in a number
Friday, 11 August 2017
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Phone Service Update

Good news our telephone system is now back to normal. We apologise for any inconvenience this disruption may have caused.
Thursday, 10 August 2017
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by Ed Hardy

Does your store have a sense of smell?

Over the last couple of years, we have been involved with a research project that focuses on improving storage conditions for potatoes in terms of energy use and the evenness of airflow within the crop for the distribution of anti-sprouting agents.

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